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You are taken by the words of your mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br /><i>If</i> you have been ensnared by the words of your mouth, <i>Or</i> caught by the words of your mouth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />If you have been snared with the words of your mouth, Have been caught with the words of your mouth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br /><i>If</i> you have been snared with the words of your mouth, Have been caught with the words of your mouth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br /><i>If</i> you have been snared with the words of your mouth, Have been caught with the words of your mouth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />If you have been snared with the words of your lips, If you have been trapped by the speech of your mouth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />you have been snared by the words of your mouth— trapped by the words from your mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />you have been trapped by the words of your lips— ensnared by the words of your mouth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, Thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Then you are trapped by your own words, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />you are trapped by the words of your own mouth, caught by your own promise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Have you been caught by your own words, trapped by your own promises? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />trapped by your own words, and caught by your own words,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />if you have been trapped by the words of your lips, ensnared by the words of your mouth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />if you have been ensnared by the words you have uttered, and have been caught by the words you have spoken, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />You are trapped by the words of your mouth. You are ensnared with the words of your mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Thou art snared with the words of thy mouth, thou art taken with the words of thy mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />you are trapped by the words of your mouth; you are ensnared with the words of your mouth. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Have been snared with sayings of your mouth, "" Have been captured with sayings of your mouth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Hast been snared with sayings of thy mouth, Hast been captured with sayings of thy mouth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Thou wert snared with the sayings of thy mouth, thou wert taken with the sayings of thy mouth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Thou art ensnared with the words of thy mouth, and caught with thy own words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />then you are ensnared by the words of your own mouth, and taken captive by your own words.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />You have been snared by the utterance of your lips, caught by the words of your mouth; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />you are snared by the utterance of your lips, caught by the words of your mouth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Then you are snared with the words of your mouth, you are caught with the words of your lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />You are trapped by the saying of your mouth and you are taken by the speech of your lips.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Thou art snared by the words of thy mouth, Thou art caught by the words of thy mouth--<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For a man's own lips become a strong snare to him, and he is caught with the lips of his own mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/6-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=913" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/6.htm">Warnings Against Foolishness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">1</span>My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, if you have struck hands in pledge with a stranger, <span class="reftext">2</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3369.htm" title="3369: nō·w·qaš·tā (V-Nifal-Perf-2ms) -- To lay a bait or lure. A primitive root; to ensnare.">if you have been trapped</a> <a href="/hebrew/561.htm" title="561: ḇə·’im·rê- (Prep-b:: N-mpc) -- Speech, word. From 'amar; something said.">by the words</a> <a href="/hebrew/6310.htm" title="6310: p̄î·ḵā (N-msc:: 2ms) -- Mouth. From pa'ah; the mouth, whether literal or figurative; specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially according to.">of your lips,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3920.htm" title="3920: nil·kaḏ·tā (V-Nifal-Perf-2ms) -- To capture, seize, take. A primitive root; to catch; generally, to capture or occupy; also to choose; figuratively, to cohere.">ensnared</a> <a href="/hebrew/561.htm" title="561: bə·’im·rê- (Prep-b:: N-mpc) -- Speech, word. From 'amar; something said.">by the words</a> <a href="/hebrew/6310.htm" title="6310: p̄î·ḵā (N-msc:: 2ms) -- Mouth. From pa'ah; the mouth, whether literal or figurative; specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially according to.">of your mouth,</a> </span><span class="reftext">3</span>then do this, my son, to free yourself, for you have fallen into your neighbor’s hands: Go, humble yourself, and press your plea with your neighbor.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-2.htm">James 3:2</a></span><br />We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/12-37.htm">Matthew 12:37</a></span><br />For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/5-2.htm">Ecclesiastes 5:2-6</a></span><br />Do not be quick to speak, and do not be hasty in your heart to utter a word before God. For God is in heaven and you are on earth. So let your words be few. / As a dream comes through many cares, so the speech of a fool comes with many words. / When you make a vow to God, do not delay in fulfilling it, because He takes no pleasure in fools. Fulfill your vow. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-26.htm">James 1:26</a></span><br />If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not bridle his tongue, he deceives his heart and his religion is worthless.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-37.htm">Matthew 5:37</a></span><br />Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ Anything more comes from the evil one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-21.htm">Proverbs 18:21</a></span><br />Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/12-13.htm">Proverbs 12:13</a></span><br />An evil man is trapped by his rebellious speech, but a righteous man escapes from trouble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/21-23.htm">Proverbs 21:23</a></span><br />He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/141-3.htm">Psalm 141:3</a></span><br />Set a guard, O LORD, over my mouth; keep watch at the door of my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-29.htm">Ephesians 4:29</a></span><br />Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/4-6.htm">Colossians 4:6</a></span><br />Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/10-19.htm">Proverbs 10:19</a></span><br />When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but he who restrains his lips is wise.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-3.htm">Proverbs 13:3</a></span><br />He who guards his mouth protects his life, but the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Proverbs 15:1-2</a></span><br />A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. / The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool spouts folly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/17-27.htm">Proverbs 17:27-28</a></span><br />A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit. / Even a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent, and discerning when he holds his tongue.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">You are snared with the words of your mouth, you are taken with the words of your mouth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/12-1.htm">Psalm 12:1-3</a></b></br> To the chief Musician upon Sheminith, A Psalm of David. Help, LORD; for the godly man ceaseth; for the faithful fail from among the children of men… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/59-12.htm">Captured</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-22.htm">Caught</a> <a href="/psalms/9-16.htm">Ensnared</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-3.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-7.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-22.htm">Net</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-12.htm">Overcome</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-7.htm">Sayings</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-26.htm">Snared</a> <a href="/psalms/59-12.htm">Trapped</a> <a href="/psalms/89-34.htm">Utterance</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-7.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/11-6.htm">Captured</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-31.htm">Caught</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-13.htm">Ensnared</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-6.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-12.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-5.htm">Net</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-31.htm">Overcome</a> <a href="/proverbs/7-1.htm">Sayings</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-13.htm">Snared</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-6.htm">Trapped</a> <a href="/jeremiah/17-16.htm">Utterance</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-12.htm">Words</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/6-1.htm">against indebtedness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/6-6.htm">idleness </a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/6-12.htm">and mischievousness</a></span><br><span class="reftext">16. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">seven things detestable to God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/6-20.htm">the blessings of obedience</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/6-25.htm">the mischief of unfaithfulness</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/6.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>if you have been trapped by the words of your lips</b><br>This phrase highlights the power and potential danger of spoken words. In biblical context, words are seen as powerful tools that can either build up or destroy (<a href="/proverbs/18-21.htm">Proverbs 18:21</a>). The imagery of being "trapped" suggests a situation where one's own speech has led to unintended consequences, reflecting the wisdom literature's emphasis on careful speech. Historically, in ancient Israel, oaths and promises were binding, and breaking them could lead to severe social and legal repercussions (<a href="/numbers/30-2.htm">Numbers 30:2</a>). This phrase serves as a warning to be mindful of what one says, as words can create obligations that are difficult to escape.<p><b>ensnared by the words of your mouth</b><br>The term "ensnared" further emphasizes the idea of being caught or entangled by one's own speech. This can be connected to the broader biblical theme of integrity and truthfulness (<a href="/james/3-2.htm">James 3:2-12</a>). The mouth, as a source of speech, is often depicted in Scripture as a reflection of the heart's condition (<a href="/matthew/12-34.htm">Matthew 12:34</a>). In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, verbal agreements were as binding as written contracts, and failing to fulfill them could damage one's reputation and relationships. This phrase underscores the importance of wisdom and discernment in communication, aligning with the teachings of Jesus, who emphasized the significance of every word spoken (<a href="/matthew/12-36.htm">Matthew 12:36-37</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. He wrote Proverbs to impart wisdom and understanding.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_reader/listener.htm">The Reader/Listener</a></b><br>The intended audience of Proverbs, often referred to as "my son" in the text, representing anyone seeking wisdom and guidance.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context in which Proverbs was written, where oral agreements and spoken words held significant weight.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_words.htm">The Power of Words</a></b><br>Our words have the power to bind us, just as they can set us free. We must be mindful of what we say, as our speech can lead to unintended consequences.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/accountability_in_speech.htm">Accountability in Speech</a></b><br>We are accountable for the words we speak. Just as <a href="/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2</a> warns about being ensnared by our words, we must take responsibility for our promises and statements.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_in_communication.htm">Wisdom in Communication</a></b><br>Practicing wisdom in our communication involves thinking before speaking and ensuring our words align with truth and integrity.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/avoiding_rash_promises.htm">Avoiding Rash Promises</a></b><br>Be cautious about making promises or commitments hastily. Consider the implications and ensure you can fulfill what you say.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/seeking_forgiveness_and_reconciliation.htm">Seeking Forgiveness and Reconciliation</a></b><br>If you find yourself trapped by your words, seek forgiveness and work towards reconciliation. Humility and honesty can restore relationships and trust.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_life_advice_does_proverbs_give.htm">What wisdom and guidance does Proverbs offer for life?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_punctuality.htm">What does the Bible teach about punctuality?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_hate_if_'god_is_love'.htm">Why does Proverbs 6:16-19 say God hates certain behaviors if 'God is love' elsewhere (e.g., 1 John 4:8)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_it_sinful_to_lie.htm">Is it sinful to lie?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 2.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Thou art snared with the words of thy month,</span> etc.; <span class="accented">i.e.</span> the inevitable consequence of an inconsiderate undertaking of suretyship is that you become entangled and involved by your own premises, and hampered by self-imposed obligations. The Authorized Version rightly regards this as the conclusion. So the Vulgate. Others, however, carry on the hypothesis, and insert <span class="accented">im</span>, "if:" "If thou art snared," etc.; but without warrant (Zockler, Wordsworth, Plumptre). The LXX. throws the thought into the form of a proverb, as "a strong net to a man are his own words." A distinction is to be drawn between the verbs rendered "entangled" and "taken;" the former, <span class="accented">yakosh</span>, signifying to be taken unwarily, off one's guard; the latter, <span class="accented">lakad</span>, referring, as before observed (cf. <a href="/proverbs/5-22.htm">Proverbs 5:22</a>), to the being stricken with the net. They are found in the same collocation in <a href="/isaiah/8-15.htm">Isaiah 8:15</a>, "Many among them shall be <span class="accented">snared</span> and <span class="accented">taken."</span> The repetition of the phrase, "with the words of thy mouth," is not unintentional or purely rhetorical. It is made, as Delitzsch observes, to bring with greater force to the mind that the entanglements in which the surety is involved are the result of his own indiscretion. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/6-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">if you have been trapped</span><br /><span class="heb">נוֹקַ֥שְׁתָּ</span> <span class="translit">(nō·w·qaš·tā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Perfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3369.htm">Strong's 3369: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lay a bait or lure</span><br /><br /><span class="word">by the words</span><br /><span class="heb">בְאִמְרֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·’im·rê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_561.htm">Strong's 561: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something said</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of your lips,</span><br /><span class="heb">פִ֑יךָ</span> <span class="translit">(p̄î·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6310.htm">Strong's 6310: </a> </span><span class="str2">The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">ensnared</span><br /><span class="heb">נִ֝לְכַּ֗דְתָּ</span> <span class="translit">(nil·kaḏ·tā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Perfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3920.htm">Strong's 3920: </a> </span><span class="str2">To catch, to capture, occupy, to choose, to cohere</span><br /><br /><span class="word">by the words</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּאִמְרֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·’im·rê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_561.htm">Strong's 561: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something said</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of your mouth,</span><br /><span class="heb">פִֽיךָ׃</span> <span class="translit">(p̄î·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6310.htm">Strong's 6310: </a> </span><span class="str2">The mouth, edge, portion, side, according to</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/6-2.htm">Proverbs 6:2 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/6-2.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 6:2 You are trapped by the words (Prov. 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