Proverbs 6:5 Meaning and Explanation
“Deliver thyself as a roe from the hand of the hunter, and as a bird from the hand of the fowler.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →Escape from surety as desperately and swiftly as an animal fleeing its captor.
The Context of Proverbs 6:5
The metaphor emphasizes desperate, immediate escape from the hunter's or fowler's grip.
What Does Proverbs 6:5 Mean?
A roe (deer) and a bird use speed and agility to escape capture. The vivid imagery suggests you should exert every effort to break free from the obligation of surety. This is not a dignified negotiation but a desperate escape from a dangerous trap.
Use whatever means you can to deliver yourself—negotiation, humble petition, or finding another way out. The animal does not hesitate or negotiate with its captor; it acts immediately and completely. Your urgency in freeing yourself from surety should match this intensity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 6:5
What does Proverbs 6:5 mean?
Escape from surety as desperately and swiftly as an animal fleeing its captor.
What is the context of Proverbs 6:5?
The metaphor emphasizes desperate, immediate escape from the hunter's or fowler's grip.