Proverbs 7:12

“Now is she without, now in the streets, and lieth in wait at every corner.)”

"Now is she without, now in the streets, and lieth in wait at every corner.)" - Proverbs 7:12
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What does Proverbs 7:12 mean?

Proverbs 7:12 (KJV) says, "Now [is she] without, now in the streets, and lieth in wait at every corner." This verse is part of a passage in Proverbs that warns against the temptations of adultery and the seductive tactics of an immoral woman. This verse specifically describes…

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The Deceptive Lure: Guarding against Temptation

Proverbs 7:12 declares, "Now is she without, now in the streets, and lieth in wait at every corner." This powerful verse serves as a poignant reminder of the ever-present nature of temptation in our lives. It depicts the archetype of temptation personified, a woman who lurks in…

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A Prayer for Discernment and Protection Against Temptation

Dear Heavenly Father, As I come before Your throne of grace, I invoke Your presence in the stillness of this moment, seeking wisdom and clarity in a world rampant with distractions and temptations. Today, I meditate deeply on the words of Proverbs 7:12, which remind us of the…

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