Proverbs 6:29 Meaning and Explanation
“So he that goeth in to his neighbour's wife; whosoever toucheth her shall not be innocent.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Any man who commits adultery with another man's wife becomes guilty of a grave transgression.
The Context of Proverbs 6:29
The direct application: anyone who commits adultery with another's spouse is guilty before God.
What Does Proverbs 6:29 Mean?
To 'go in to' the neighbor's wife or to 'touch' her is to commit adultery. Any man who does this is not innocent—he cannot claim innocence or freedom from guilt. The act itself is a violation: of the marriage covenant, of the neighbor's trust, and of God's law.
The language moves from rhetorical questions about inevitable harm to a direct statement of guilt. The adulterer cannot escape responsibility by claiming mitigating circumstances or incomplete involvement. Any degree of participation makes him guilty.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 6:29
What does Proverbs 6:29 mean?
Any man who commits adultery with another man's wife becomes guilty of a grave transgression.
What is the context of Proverbs 6:29?
The direct application: anyone who commits adultery with another's spouse is guilty before God.