Proverbs 4:14

A Father’s Instruction · Proverbs 4:1–27
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Translations

Modern
Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evildoers.
Traditional
Enter not into the path of the wicked, and go not in the way of evil men.
Literal
Do not enter into the path of the wicked ones, and do not walk in the way of evil ones.
Latin
Ne delecteris in semitis impiorum, nec tibi placeat malorum via.

Interlinear

Hebrew
English
Do not set foot on the path of the wicked or walk in the way of evildoers.

Notes

The father offers his children two choices:

  • Avoid evil to escape its bad effects

  • Choose good for its blessings

Glossary

Path Proverbs, Book of

Topics

Alliance and Society with the Enemies of God: Exhortations to Shun all Inducements To Company: Evil Fellowship with the Wicked Forbidden Peer Pressure Temptation: General Scriptures Concerning Temptation: Saints should Avoid the Way of Titles and Names of the Wicked: Evil Men Young Men: General Scriptures Concerning