Proverbs 6:15 Meaning and Explanation
“Therefore shall his calamity come suddenly; suddenly shall he be broken without remedy.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The wicked person's end comes swiftly and without any possibility of recovery.
The Context of Proverbs 6:15
Like the sluggard's poverty, the wicked person's ruin comes with inevitable force.
What Does Proverbs 6:15 Mean?
The consequences for the wicked person come with shocking suddenness. There is no gradual decline, no warning, no chance to prepare. Calamity falls upon him at an unexpected moment. The repetition of 'suddenly' twice emphasizes the speed and inevitability of judgment.
When the calamity comes, the breaking is complete and permanent—'without remedy.' There is no medicine that can heal this wound, no restoration that can repair the damage. The person who spent his life tearing others apart ends up destroyed himself, beyond any possibility of repair.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 6:15
What does Proverbs 6:15 mean?
The wicked person's end comes swiftly and without any possibility of recovery.
What is the context of Proverbs 6:15?
Like the sluggard's poverty, the wicked person's ruin comes with inevitable force.