Proverbs 2:22
Proverbs 2:22 Meaning and Explanation
“But the wicked shall be cut off from the earth, and the transgressors shall be rooted out of it.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked and transgressors will be removed from the land—their reign and presence end.
The Context of Proverbs 2:22
The final judgment: the wicked are removed from the land.
What Does Proverbs 2:22 Mean?
Cut off and rooted out are forceful images of removal and destruction. While the righteous dwell and remain, the wicked are uprooted. The contrast is absolute: permanence for one, extinction for the other.
This final verse closes the chapter with stark moral clarity: there are two paths, two destinations, and ultimately two outcomes. The righteous remain; the wicked are removed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 2:22
What does Proverbs 2:22 mean?
The wicked and transgressors will be removed from the land—their reign and presence end.
What is the context of Proverbs 2:22?
The final judgment: the wicked are removed from the land.