Ecclesiastes 10:8

The Message

Caution: The trap you set might catch you. Warning: Your accomplice in crime might double-cross you.

Cross References

2 Samuel 17:23

When Ahithophel realized that his counsel was not followed, he saddled his donkey and left for his hometown. After making out his will and putting his house in order, he hanged himself and died. He was buried in the family tomb.

Esther 7:10

So Haman was hanged on the very gallows that he had built for Mordecai. And the king’s hot anger cooled. * * *

Psalm 57:6

They booby-trapped my path; I thought I was dead and done for. They dug a mantrap to catch me, and fell in headlong themselves.

Proverbs 11:6

Good character is the best insurance; crooks get trapped in their sinful lust.

Proverbs 26:27

Malice backfires; spite boomerangs.

Ecclesiastes 10:9

Safety first: Quarrying stones is dangerous. Be alert: Felling trees is hazardous.