Proverbs 6:32
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- Keil-Delitzsch
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
Here there is a contrast stated to Pro 6:30 : 32 He who commits adultery (adulterans mulierem) is beside himself, A self-destroyer-who does this. 33 He gains stripes and disgrace, And his reproach is never quenched. נאף, which primarily seems to mean excedere, to indulge in excess, is, as also in the Decalogue, cf. Lev 20:10, transitive: ὁ μοιχεύων γυναῖκα. Regarding being mad (herzlos = heartless) = amens (excors, vecors), vid., Psychologie, p. 254. משׁחית נפשׁו is he who goes to ruin with wilful perversity. A self-murderer - i.e., he intends to ruin his position and his prosperity in life - who does it, viz., this, that he touches the wife of another. It is the worst and most inextinguishable dishonouring of oneself. Singularly Behaji: who annihilates it (his soul), with reference to Deu 21:12. Eccl. 4:17, where עשׂה would be equivalent to בּטּל, καταργεῖν, which is untrue and impossible. (Note: Behaji ought rather to have referred to Zep 3:19; Eze 7:27; Eze 22:14; but there עשׂה את means agere cum aliquo, as we say: mit jemandem abrechnen (to settle accounts with any one).) נגע refers to the corporal punishment inflicted on the adulterer by the husband (Deu 17:8; Deu 21:5); Hitzig, who rejects Pro 6:32, refers it to the stripes which were given to the thief according to the law, but these would be called מכּה (מכּות). The punctuation נגע־וקלון is to be exchanged for קלונו נגע (Lwenstein and other good editors). מצא has a more active signification than our "finden" (to find): consequitur, τυγχάνει.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
lacketh understanding--or, "heart"; destitute of moral principle and prudence.
John Gill Bible Commentary
A wound and dishonour shall he get,.... A wound, stroke, or blow, either from the husband of the strumpet, as was often the case (x) in later times; or from the civil magistrate, being ordered by him to be beaten (y) or stoned; or from God himself inflicting diseases on him; see Gen 12:17; where the same word is used as here: and "dishonour" from men; for though they do not despise a thief in circumstances before related, yet they will despise an adulterer, and speak reproachfully of him, whenever they have occasion to make mention of him; and his reproach shall not be wiped away; as long as he lives, though his life may be spared; yea, it shall even continue after death; and though he may repent of his sin and reform, as in the case of David. (x) "Secat ille cruentis verberibus", Juvenal. Satyr. 10. v. 316. Vid. A. Gell. Noct. Attic. l. 17. c. 18. Horat. Satyr. l. 1. Sat. 2. v. 41, 42. (y) Valer. Maximus, l. 6. c. 1. s. 13.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
6:32-35 A thief might be punished severely even if he had a reason for his actions, but his punishment is nothing compared to an adulterer’s, who has no excuse for his crime. A jealous husband will seek the full punishment provided by law, which is death (Deut 22:22).
Proverbs 6:32
Warnings against Adultery
31Yet if caught, he must pay sevenfold; he must give up all the wealth of his house. 32He who commits adultery lacks judgment; whoever does so destroys himself. 33Wounds and dishonor will befall him, and his reproach will never be wiped away.
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Marriage: Removing Destructive Influences
By Shane Idleman50357:21PRO 6:32ISA 57:15MAT 18:21HEB 12:1JAS 5:16This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God, addressing the need for restoration in marriages, radical life changes, and the repair of broken homes. It delves into the significance of the cross as the pivotal point in history where humanity's sins were paid for, highlighting the need for full surrender, confession, forgiveness, and the removal of destructive influences to strengthen marriages and relationships.
Susanna Teaches Circumspection
By Clement of Rome0PRO 5:8PRO 6:25PRO 6:27PRO 6:321CO 10:12Clement of Rome warns about the dangers of lust and adultery by recounting the story of Susanna and the elders who fell into sin due to their lustful desires. He emphasizes the importance of guarding one's heart and mind against temptation, especially when it comes to relationships with women. Clement urges the listeners to learn from the mistakes of the elders and to be vigilant in avoiding situations that could lead to moral downfall.
Seventh River -- Adultery
By Martin Knapp0EXO 20:14PRO 6:32MAT 5:281CO 6:18GAL 5:19EPH 5:31TH 4:3HEB 13:4JAS 4:7Martin Knapp delivers a powerful sermon on the sin of adultery, warning against the treacherous path it leads to and the eternal consequences it carries. He emphasizes that God's commandment against adultery extends to all forms of lust in thought, word, and action, including living together as if married, secret sins, and lustful looks. Knapp highlights various ways individuals fall into the trap of adultery, such as through the ball-room, theater, bar-room, and brothel, where seemingly innocent pleasures mask the true dangers. He vividly describes the devastating outcomes of adultery, from troubled consciences and ruined homes to eternal separation from God in hell.
Moral Decline
By Colin Peckham0EXO 20:14PSA 119:105PRO 6:32ROM 12:21CO 6:92TI 3:16HEB 13:4JAS 4:41JN 2:15Colin Peckham addresses the prevalent immorality in society, particularly focusing on the normalization of pre-marital and extra-marital sexual relationships, contrasting it with the timeless moral standards set by God in the Bible, such as the commandment 'Thou shalt not commit adultery'. He emphasizes the importance of upholding biblical teachings on chastity before marriage and fidelity within marriage, highlighting the detrimental effects of immorality on individuals, families, communities, and nations. Peckham also underscores the enduring relevance and authority of the Bible, despite attempts throughout history to undermine or ignore its teachings, urging a return to God's standards for healthier and righteous living.
Importance of Purity in Our Life
By Zac Poonen0JDG 16:12SA 11:2PRO 6:321CO 6:18EPH 5:31TH 4:31TH 4:61PE 2:11Zac Poonen delivers a powerful message on the importance of purity in the sexual area as outlined in 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8. He emphasizes the need to possess our bodies in sanctification and honor, separating ourselves from all that is sinful and un-Christlike. Poonen also highlights the significance of acquiring a spouse in a holy and pure manner, avoiding worldly ways and emphasizing godly desires in a partner. The sermon stresses the importance of maintaining purity in relationships with the opposite sex, warning against cheating and immorality, and urging Christians to stand out from the world by preserving purity in this area.
Homily 5
By Clement of Rome0EXO 20:3PRO 6:32JHN 8:441CO 10:14EPH 4:25Clement of Rome shares a story where he pretends to be involved in a love affair to expose the false teachings of Appion, who promotes adultery using mythologies of gods as examples. Clement cleverly responds to Appion's letter with a strong rebuke, highlighting the immorality and falsehood in idolizing gods who engaged in sinful acts. Appion, driven by baseless hatred towards Jews, is confronted by Clement's confession of the truth, leading to Appion's resentment and departure. The story ends with a promise of a future discussion between Clement and Appion about the gods' lives and teachings.
Homily 4 on Romans
By St. John Chrysostom0GEN 2:24PSA 139:23PRO 6:32MRK 9:24JHN 14:15ROM 1:261CO 6:181TH 4:3JUD 1:7John Chrysostom delivers a powerful sermon on the consequences of turning away from God, focusing on the depravity and dishonor that result from abandoning natural relationships and engaging in sinful behaviors. He highlights the severity of deviating from God's design, particularly in the context of sexual immorality, emphasizing the destructive nature of lust and the perversion of God-given desires. Chrysostom condemns the abandonment of God's laws and the pursuit of pleasure at the expense of righteousness, warning against the grave consequences of rejecting God's authority and embracing sinful practices that lead to self-destruction and moral decay.
- Keil-Delitzsch
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
Here there is a contrast stated to Pro 6:30 : 32 He who commits adultery (adulterans mulierem) is beside himself, A self-destroyer-who does this. 33 He gains stripes and disgrace, And his reproach is never quenched. נאף, which primarily seems to mean excedere, to indulge in excess, is, as also in the Decalogue, cf. Lev 20:10, transitive: ὁ μοιχεύων γυναῖκα. Regarding being mad (herzlos = heartless) = amens (excors, vecors), vid., Psychologie, p. 254. משׁחית נפשׁו is he who goes to ruin with wilful perversity. A self-murderer - i.e., he intends to ruin his position and his prosperity in life - who does it, viz., this, that he touches the wife of another. It is the worst and most inextinguishable dishonouring of oneself. Singularly Behaji: who annihilates it (his soul), with reference to Deu 21:12. Eccl. 4:17, where עשׂה would be equivalent to בּטּל, καταργεῖν, which is untrue and impossible. (Note: Behaji ought rather to have referred to Zep 3:19; Eze 7:27; Eze 22:14; but there עשׂה את means agere cum aliquo, as we say: mit jemandem abrechnen (to settle accounts with any one).) נגע refers to the corporal punishment inflicted on the adulterer by the husband (Deu 17:8; Deu 21:5); Hitzig, who rejects Pro 6:32, refers it to the stripes which were given to the thief according to the law, but these would be called מכּה (מכּות). The punctuation נגע־וקלון is to be exchanged for קלונו נגע (Lwenstein and other good editors). מצא has a more active signification than our "finden" (to find): consequitur, τυγχάνει.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
lacketh understanding--or, "heart"; destitute of moral principle and prudence.
John Gill Bible Commentary
A wound and dishonour shall he get,.... A wound, stroke, or blow, either from the husband of the strumpet, as was often the case (x) in later times; or from the civil magistrate, being ordered by him to be beaten (y) or stoned; or from God himself inflicting diseases on him; see Gen 12:17; where the same word is used as here: and "dishonour" from men; for though they do not despise a thief in circumstances before related, yet they will despise an adulterer, and speak reproachfully of him, whenever they have occasion to make mention of him; and his reproach shall not be wiped away; as long as he lives, though his life may be spared; yea, it shall even continue after death; and though he may repent of his sin and reform, as in the case of David. (x) "Secat ille cruentis verberibus", Juvenal. Satyr. 10. v. 316. Vid. A. Gell. Noct. Attic. l. 17. c. 18. Horat. Satyr. l. 1. Sat. 2. v. 41, 42. (y) Valer. Maximus, l. 6. c. 1. s. 13.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
6:32-35 A thief might be punished severely even if he had a reason for his actions, but his punishment is nothing compared to an adulterer’s, who has no excuse for his crime. A jealous husband will seek the full punishment provided by law, which is death (Deut 22:22).