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Proverbs 20:25
It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly, only later to reconsider his vows.
Proverbs 20:25 · Berean Standard Bible
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Proverbs 20:25 in other translations
It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make enquiry.
It is a snare to a man to make a rash dedication, then later to consider his vows.
It is a snare to a man to make a rash dedication, then later to consider his vows.
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In context
22 Do not say, “I will avenge this evil!” Wait on the LORD, and He will save you.
23 Unequal weights are detestable to the LORD, and dishonest scales are no good.
24 A man’s steps are from the LORD, so how can anyone understand his own way?
25 It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly, only later to reconsider his vows.
26 A wise king separates out the wicked and drives the threshing wheel over them.
27 The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, searching out his inmost being.
28 Loving devotion and faithfulness preserve a king; by these he maintains his throne.
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