Proverbs 20:25

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

It is a trap for anyone to dedicate something rashly and later to reconsider his vows.

Cross References

Matthew 5:33

‘Again, you have heard that it was said to our ancestors, You must not break your oath, but you must keep your oaths to the Lord.   ,

Leviticus 5:15

‘If someone offends  by sinning unintentionally  in regard to any of the Lord’s holy things,  he must bring his penalty for guilt to the Lord: an unblemished ram from the flock (based on your assessment of its value in silver shekels, according to the sanctuary shekel  ) as a guilt offering.

Proverbs 18:7

A fool’s mouth is his devastation, and his lips are a trap for his life.

Proverbs 18:13

The one who gives an answer before he listens – this is foolishness and disgrace for him.

Ecclesiastes 5:2

Do not be hasty to speak, and do not be impulsive to make a speech before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.

Deuteronomy 23:22

But if you refrain from making a vow, it will not be counted against you as sin.

Deuteronomy 23:23

Be careful to do whatever comes from your lips, because you have freely vowed what you promised to the Lord your God.

Deuteronomy 23:24

‘When you enter your neighbour’s vineyard, you may eat as many grapes as you want until you are full, but do not put any in your container.

Judges 21:22

When their fathers or brothers come to us and protest, we will tell them, “Show favour to them, since we did not get enough wives for each of them in the battle. You didn’t actually give the women to them, so  you are not guilty of breaking your oath.” ’