The scope of this chapter is much the same with that of Prov. 2:1–22. To write the same things, in other words, ought not to be grievous, for it is safe, Phil. 3:1. Here is, I. An exhortation to get acquaintance with and submit to the laws of wisdom in general, Prov. 5:2. II.

Here we have, I. A solemn preface, to introduce the caution which follows, Prov. 5:1–2. Solomon here addresses himself to his son, that is, to all young men, as unto his children, whom he has an affection for and some influence upon.

Solomon, having shown the great evil that there is in adultery and fornication, and all such lewd and filthy courses, here prescribes remedies against them. I.