Lux Domini
For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief.

What does Proverbs 24:16 mean?

The sincere soul falls as a traveller may do, by stumbling at some stone in his path; but gets up, and goes on his way with more care and speed.

Key themes

Anxiety and fearSuffering and trialsWisdomJustice and mercyFear of the Lord

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Keep this verse inside Proverbs 24:15-16 and alongside a few nearby related passages.