Proverbs 6:25 Meaning and Explanation
“Lust not after her beauty in thine heart; neither let her take thee with her eyelids.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Do not allow desire for her beauty or her seductive glance to control your heart.
The Context of Proverbs 6:25
The specific mechanics of seduction are described: attraction through beauty and seductive glances.
What Does Proverbs 6:25 Mean?
The warning addresses the internal as well as the external. Do not let lust arise in your heart for her beauty—resist the desire at its source. Do not let her take you with her eyelids—her seductive glance or the attraction of her eyes. The danger is that attraction can become obsession.
The language suggests a progression: her beauty appeals to the eye, her eyes captivate your heart, and if allowed to progress, she captures your whole being. The defense is to guard your heart and not to allow the initial attraction to take root in your desires. This requires conscious resistance and the strength of internalized truth.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 6:25
What does Proverbs 6:25 mean?
Do not allow desire for her beauty or her seductive glance to control your heart.
What is the context of Proverbs 6:25?
The specific mechanics of seduction are described: attraction through beauty and seductive glances.