Charles Ellicott Commentary Proverbs 1:10

"My son, if sinners entice thee, Consent thou not." — Proverbs 1:10 (ASV)

If sinners entice thee.— A warning against taking part in brigandage, a crime to which Palestine was at all times particularly exposed, from the wild character of its formation, and from its proximity to predatory tribes, who would invade the country whenever the weakness of the government gave them an opening. The insecurity to life and property thus created would provide a tempting opportunity for the wilder spirits of the community to seek a livelihood by plunder.