Proverbs 1:15 Meaning and Explanation
“My son, walk not thou in the way with them; refrain thy foot from their path:”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Do not travel their path or keep their company.
The Context of Proverbs 1:15
Solomon reiterates his warning against the sinners' path.
What Does Proverbs 1:15 Mean?
Solomon returns to direct address, reinforcing the command: do not walk in their way. Walking the way means accepting their direction, embracing their values, and participating in their life. To refrain your foot from their path is to stop before you begin, to turn away at the crossroads.
The metaphor of the path suggests that sin is a direction one travels, not a single moment. Once you begin walking it, momentum builds. The proverb calls for decisive action at the point of temptation, before the journey has begun in earnest.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 1:15
What does Proverbs 1:15 mean?
Do not travel their path or keep their company.
What is the context of Proverbs 1:15?
Solomon reiterates his warning against the sinners' path.