5 Those who flatter their neighbors are spreading nets for their feet.
5 A man that flattereth his neighbour spreadeth a net for his feet.
5 A man who flatters his neighbor spreads a net for his feet.
5 A flattering neighbor is up to no good; he's probably planning to take advantage of you.
5 A man who flatters his neighbor Spreads a net for his feet.
5 To flatter friends is to lay a trap for their feet.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 29:5
Commentary on Proverbs 29:5
(Read Proverbs 29:5)
Flatterers put men off their guard, which betrays them into foolish conduct.