Proverbs 7:7 net — and I saw among the naive– I discerned among the youths– a young man who lacked sense.

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"and I saw among the naive– I discerned among the youths– a young man who lacked sense."

— Proverbs 7:7, NET Bible

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Proverbs 7 — Context

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Say to wisdom,“You are my sister,” and call understanding a close relative,

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so that they may keep you from the adulterous woman, from the loose woman who has flattered you with her words.

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For at the window of my house through my window lattice I looked out

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and I saw among the naive– I discerned among the youths– a young man who lacked sense.

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He was passing by the street near her corner, making his way along the road to her house

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in the twilight, the evening, in the dark of the night.

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Suddenly a woman came out to meet him! She was dressed like a prostitute and with secret intent.

Proverbs 7:7 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 7:7 say?
Proverbs 7:7 in the NET Bible reads: “and I saw among the naive– I discerned among the youths– a young man who lacked sense.”
Where is Proverbs 7:7 in the Bible?
Proverbs 7:7 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 7, verse 7.
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 7:7.
What translation should I read Proverbs 7:7 in?
Proverbs 7:7 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 7:7?
Proverbs 7:7 reads (NET): “and I saw among the naive– I discerned among the youths– a young man who lacked sense.” 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.
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