A naughty person, a wicked man, walketh with a froward mouth.
The figure described is one of outstanding wickedness, marked out by depravity. His mouth is perverse, meaning his talk is twisted and dishonest. In context he is presented as one who employs winks, gestures and other covert signs to mislead, plot harm and spread strife. That course ends in sudden ruin that cannot be repaired. Even a wink or nod that breaks confidence for profit is itself a dishonest act, and it can forfeit both standing and soul.
The figure described is one of outstanding wickedness, marked out by depravity. His mouth is perverse, meaning his talk is twisted and dishonest. In context he is presented as one who employs winks, gestures and other covert signs to mislead, plot harm and spread strife. That course ends in sudden ruin that cannot be repaired. Even a wink or nod that breaks confidence for profit is itself a dishonest act, and it can forfeit both standing and soul.