Proverbs 6:33 Meaning and Explanation
“A wound and dishonour shall he get; and his reproach shall not be wiped away.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →The adulterer suffers lasting shame and wounds that cannot be healed or hidden.
The Context of Proverbs 6:33
The lasting personal consequences of adultery: permanent wounding and shame.
What Does Proverbs 6:33 Mean?
The adulterer receives a wound—injury both physical and spiritual. He also receives dishonor—public shame and loss of standing. Unlike the thief whose debt can be settled through payment, the adulterer's reproach cannot be wiped away. The shame is permanent and public.
The language suggests that the consequences are not temporary or private. The wound and dishonor are visible and undeniable. He will carry the mark of his transgression for the rest of his life. There is no restoration, no way to make it right.
Proverbs 6:33 in the Original Language
niga (נִגַע), 'wound'—a blow or plague; here represents the lasting injury of adultery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 6:33
What does Proverbs 6:33 mean?
The adulterer suffers lasting shame and wounds that cannot be healed or hidden.
What is the context of Proverbs 6:33?
The lasting personal consequences of adultery: permanent wounding and shame.