Proverbs 2:17

“Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God.”

"Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God." - Proverbs 2:17
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What does Proverbs 2:17 mean?

Proverbs 2:17 (KJV) reads, "Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God." This verse is a part of the wisdom literature in the Old Testament, particularly in the book of Proverbs, which is traditionally attributed to King Solomon. The book of…

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The Price of Forsaking Our First Love

Proverbs 2:17, in the King James Version, warns us against straying from the paths God has set for us: "Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God." This verse encapsulates a profound truth regarding our spiritual journeys and the inclinations…

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A Prayer for Restoration and Remembrance

**Heavenly Father,** I come before You today with a heart seeking restoration and remembrance, as I reflect on Your word in Proverbs 2:17, which states, "Which forsaketh the guide of her youth, and forgetteth the covenant of her God." Lord, in a world filled with distractions…

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