Proverbs 7:26

Proverbs 7:27 net — Her house is the way to the grave, going down to the chambers of death.

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"Her house is the way to the grave, going down to the chambers of death."

— Proverbs 7:27, NET Bible

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Proverbs 7:27 in Other Translations

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KJV
“Her house is the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death. ”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
ASV
“Her house is the way to Sheol, Going down to the chambers of death. ”
American Standard Version · Read this chapter in ASV
WEB
“Her house is the way to Sheol, going down to the rooms of death.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
DRB
“Her house is the way to hell, reaching even to the inner chambers of death. ”
Douay-Rheims Bible · Read this chapter in DRB
BBE
“Her house is the way to the underworld, going down to the rooms of death.”
Bible in Basic English · Read this chapter in BBE
KJVA
“Her house is the way to hell, going down to the chambers of death. ”
King James Version with Apocrypha · Read this chapter in KJVA

Proverbs 7 — Context

So now, sons, listen to me, and pay attention to the words I speak.

Do not let your heart turn aside to her ways– do not wander into her pathways;

for she has brought down many fatally wounded, and all those she has slain are many.

Her house is the way to the grave, going down to the chambers of death.

Proverbs 7:27 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 7:27 say?

Proverbs 7:27 in the NET Bible reads: “Her house is the way to the grave, going down to the chambers of death.”

Where is Proverbs 7:27 in the Bible?

Proverbs 7:27 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 7, verse 27.

Who wrote Proverbs?

Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.

What is the book of Proverbs about?

Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.

What are the major themes of Proverbs?

Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 7:27.

What translation should I read Proverbs 7:27 in?

Proverbs 7:27 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Proverbs 7:27?

Proverbs 7:27 reads (NET): “Her house is the way to the grave, going down to the chambers of death.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Proverbs 7:27 net — Her house is the way to the grave, going down to the chambers of death.

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