23 For the commandment is a lamp; [1] and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life:

Other Translations of Proverbs 6:23

New International Version

23 For this command is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and correction and instruction are the way to life,

English Standard Version

23 For the commandment is a lamp and the teaching a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way of life,

The Message

23 For sound advice is a beacon, good teaching is a light, moral discipline is a life path.

New King James Version

23 For the commandment is a lamp, And the law a light; Reproofs of instruction are the way of life,

New Living Translation

23 For their command is a lamp and their instruction a light; their corrective discipline is the way to life.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 6:23

Commentary on Proverbs 6:20-35

(Read Proverbs 6:20-35)

The word of God has something to say to us upon all occasions. Let not faithful reproofs ever make us uneasy. When we consider how much this sin abounds, how heinous adultery is in its own nature, of what evil consequence it is, and how certainly it destroys the spiritual life in the soul, we shall not wonder that the cautions against it are so often repeated. Let us notice the subjects of this chapter. Let us remember Him who willingly became our Surety, when we were strangers and enemies. And shall Christians, who have such prospects, motives, and examples, be slothful and careless? Shall we neglect what is pleasing to God, and what he will graciously reward? May we closely watch every sense by which poison can enter our minds or affections.