Pro 5:21-23 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Prov 5:21-23: 5:21-23 Even if a man keeps an illicit relationship secret from his family and society, nothing is hidden from the Lord . Adultery is a sin against God (Gen 39:8-9 ).

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‏ Proverbs 5:21-23

Summary for Prov 5:21-23: 5:21-23 ^a Even if a man keeps an illicit relationship secret from his family and society, nothing is hidden from the Lord. Adultery is a sin against God (Gen 39:8-9 ^b).
5:22 ^c Habitual sins are like ropes that catch and hold people.
5:23 ^d He will die: Young men must exercise self-control because death can result from acting on sexual desire for what is forbidden.