Proverbs 4:18-19

18But the path of the just is like the shining sun,
That shines ever brighter unto the perfect day.
19The way of the wicked is like darkness;
They do not know what makes them stumble.
-Proverbs 4:18-19


This is such a beautiful contrast between righteousness and wickedness. For those who walk by justice, it is as walking in the day. You can see with clarity. You can make out the path you are supposed to walk. You can see those which would hinder and distract and stay away from it. You can see where to dwell in safety and what dangers lie ahead. Such matters are evident to you.

On the other side of the token is those who walk in wickedness. It is like darkness where they can see with no clarity. Have you ever walked around in the darkness and stubbed your toe or tripped on something and you have no idea what it was? That is what this is talking about. You cannot see what you are stumbling on in darkness. The dangers, the threats, those things that hinder are all hidden in darkness.

What shall we do then? Walk in justice and righteousness. Cling to truth and let it illuminate your path. Then you will have knowledge and discretion which can preserve your soul.
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