Proverbs 22:3 A prudent man foresees the evil, and hides himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished. One main element of safety is a just apprehension of danger. There are encompassing dangers and safe hiding-places in the several regions of our secular business, our moral conduct, and our religious hopes. 1. In the ordinary business of life. For example, when speculation is rife. 2. In the region of practical morality. Frivolous and licentious companions, theatres, Sabbath amusements, and a multitude of cognate enticements. 3. The greatest evils lie in the world to come, and only the eye of faith can foresee them. (W. Arnot, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself: but the simple pass on, and are punished.WEB: A prudent man sees danger, and hides himself; but the simple pass on, and suffer for it. |
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