Proverbs 20:25
25 It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make enquiry.
Other Translations of Proverbs 20:25
New International Version
25 It is a trap to dedicate something rashly and only later to consider one's vows.
English Standard Version
25 It is a snare to say rashly, "It is holy," and to reflect only after making vows.
The Message
25 An impulsive vow is a trap; later you'll wish you could get out of it.
New King James Version
25 It is a snare for a man to devote rashly something as holy, And afterward to reconsider his vows.
New Living Translation
25 Don't trap yourself by making a rash promise to God and only later counting the cost.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 20:25
Commentary on Proverbs 20:25
(Read Proverbs 20:25)
The evasions men often use with their own consciences show how false and deceitful man is.