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Proverbs 5:17

Verse

Berean Standard Bible

Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers.

American Standard Version (1901)

Let them be for thyself alone, And not for strangers with thee.

Bible in Basic English

Let them be for yourself only, not for other men with you.

Douay-Rheims 1899

Keep them to thyself alone, neither let strangers be partakers with thee.

Free Bible Version

Keep them for yourselves alone. They're not for you to share with strangers.

Geneva Bible 1599

But let them bee thine, euen thine onely, and not the strangers with thee.

King James (Authorized) Version

Let them be only thine own, and not strangers’ with thee.

One Unity Resource Bible

Let them be for yourself alone, not for strangers with you.

Translation for Translators

Enjoy having sex only with your wife; do not have sex with other women.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Let them be for yourself alone and not for strangers with you.

Noah Webster Bible

Let them be only thy own, and not for strangers with thee.

World English Bible

Let them be for yourself alone, not for strangers with you.

Young's Literal Translation

Let them be to thee for thyself, And not to strangers with thee.

Context

Avoiding Immorality

¹⁶Why should your springs flow in the streets, your streams of water in the public squares? ¹⁷Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers. ¹⁸May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth:

Summary

This verse in Proverbs highlights the importance of faithfulness and commitment within the context of marriage. It emphasizes the value of cherishing and finding joy in the relationship with one's spouse. By encouraging individuals to be satisfied and delighted with their partner, the verse promotes loyalty and fidelity in marriage. This wisdom serves as a reminder to prioritize and nurture the marital bond, fostering a strong and lasting union based on love and mutual respect.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

only thine own--harlots' children have no known father.

Proverbs 5:17

Avoiding Immorality

¹⁶Why should your springs flow in the streets, your streams of water in the public squares? ¹⁷Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers. ¹⁸May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your youth:

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Berean Standard Bible

Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers.

American Standard Version (1901)

Let them be for thyself alone, And not for strangers with thee.

Bible in Basic English

Let them be for yourself only, not for other men with you.

Douay-Rheims 1899

Keep them to thyself alone, neither let strangers be partakers with thee.

Free Bible Version

Keep them for yourselves alone. They're not for you to share with strangers.

Geneva Bible 1599

But let them bee thine, euen thine onely, and not the strangers with thee.

King James (Authorized) Version

Let them be only thine own, and not strangers’ with thee.

One Unity Resource Bible

Let them be for yourself alone, not for strangers with you.

Translation for Translators

Enjoy having sex only with your wife; do not have sex with other women.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Let them be for yourself alone and not for strangers with you.

Noah Webster Bible

Let them be only thy own, and not for strangers with thee.

World English Bible

Let them be for yourself alone, not for strangers with you.

Young's Literal Translation

Let them be to thee for thyself, And not to strangers with thee.