Proverbs 4:25

Authorized King James Version

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Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.

Original Language Analysis

עֵ֭ינֶיךָ Let thine eyes H5869
עֵ֭ינֶיךָ Let thine eyes
Strong's: H5869
Word #: 1 of 6
an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape)
לְנֹ֣כַח right on H5227
לְנֹ֣כַח right on
Strong's: H5227
Word #: 2 of 6
properly, the front part; used adverbially (especially with preposition), opposite, in front of, forward, in behalf of
יַבִּ֑יטוּ look H5027
יַבִּ֑יטוּ look
Strong's: H5027
Word #: 3 of 6
to scan, i.e., look intently at; by implication, to regard with pleasure, favor or care
וְ֝עַפְעַפֶּ֗יךָ and let thine eyelids H6079
וְ֝עַפְעַפֶּ֗יךָ and let thine eyelids
Strong's: H6079
Word #: 4 of 6
an eyelash (as fluttering); figuratively, morning ray
יַיְשִׁ֥רוּ look straight H3474
יַיְשִׁ֥רוּ look straight
Strong's: H3474
Word #: 5 of 6
to be straight or even; figuratively, to be (causatively, to make) right, pleasant, prosperous
נֶגְדֶּֽךָ׃ H5048
נֶגְדֶּֽךָ׃
Strong's: H5048
Word #: 6 of 6
a front, i.e., part opposite; specifically a counterpart, or mate; usually (adverbial, especially with preposition) over against or before

Analysis & Commentary

Looking straight ahead prevents distraction and moral compromise. The path imagery continues the chapter's theme—life requires focus on the goal and avoidance of detours. Eyes fixed on Christ (Hebrews 12:2) enables perseverance through temptation and trial, maintaining the pilgrim's progress heavenward.

Historical Context

Ancient roads were perilous, with dangers lurking at turns and side paths. Travelers needed vigilant attention to the route, making this a vivid metaphor for spiritual navigation through a fallen world.

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