Proverbs 5:21 Meaning and Explanation
“For the ways of man are before the eyes of the LORD, and he pondereth all his goings.”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Proverbs 5:21
God's all-seeing knowledge is both a measure of accountability and a reason for wisdom.
What Does Proverbs 5:21 Mean?
This verse reminds the listener that nothing is hidden from God. He sees both the thoughts and the ways—the interior life and the external choices. Pondeth suggests careful, thoughtful observation.
This is not presented as threat alone, but as reality. The God who sees all is the context in which you make your choices. Awareness of this divine attention invites accountability and wisdom.
Proverbs 5:21 in the Original Language
pondereth (פָּלַס palas) — to weigh, to consider carefully, to examine thoroughly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 5:21
What does Proverbs 5:21 mean?
God sees and carefully considers all your choices.
What is the context of Proverbs 5:21?
God's all-seeing knowledge is both a measure of accountability and a reason for wisdom.