quick money = destruction

I’m working on a compilation of posts about seeking wisdom (more on this later — coming soon though!)

And I asked Chat GPT what Proverbs 1:13-14 meant (because I have terrible reading comprehension).

This was interesting to me, so just thought I’d share.

Here’s what it said:

Great question! Let's break down Proverbs 1:13-14 in the CSB translation:

Proverbs 1:13-14 (CSB)

"We’ll find all kinds of valuable property and fill our houses with plunder. Throw in your lot with us, and we’ll all share the loot.”

What Do These Verses Mean?

These verses are part of the temptation speech of sinners (v.10-19), where wicked people are trying to lure someone into their sinful plans.

1. “We’ll find all kinds of valuable property and fill our houses with plunder.”

   • These people promise easy wealth—they claim they will gain valuable things without hard work.

   • “Plunder” suggests stealing or taking by force, meaning their method is dishonest and violent.

   • This mirrors modern scams, fraud, and unethical shortcuts that promise big rewards with little effort.

2. “Throw in your lot with us, and we’ll all share the loot.”

   • They try to create a false sense of unity, saying, "We're in this together—if you join us, you’ll get a share."

   • This is a classic peer pressure tactic: They make crime sound appealing, fair, and risk-free.

   • But Solomon immediately warns that these people are actually setting a trap for themselves (v.18-19).

How Does This Apply Today?

• Modern Pyramid Schemes & Scams → “Join us, and we’ll all make money together!”

• Corrupt Business Deals → The lure of getting rich by cutting corners, bribery, or fraud.

• Street Gangs & Crime Syndicates → Many are drawn in by false promises of loyalty and wealth, only to face destruction.

Bottom Line:
Solomon warns that quick money and dishonest gain always lead to destruction. Those who get involved often lose everything in the end.