Proverbs 20:25 - Albert Barnes' Notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

Better, It is a snare to a man to utter a vow (of consecration) rashly, and after vows to inquire whether he can fulfill them. Both clauses are a protest against the besetting sin of rash and hasty vows. Compare the marginal reference.

Proverbs 20:25

25 It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make enquiry.