Proverbs 5:16

Let thy fountains be dispersed abroad, and rivers of waters in the streets.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 5:16

BSB
Why should your springs flow in the streets, your streams of water in the public squares?
AKJV
Let your fountains be dispersed abroad, and rivers of waters in the streets.
CPDV
Let your fountains be diverted far and wide, and divide your waters in the streets.
ERV
Should thy springs be dispersed abroad, and rivers of water in the streets?
NHEB
Should your springs overflow in the streets, streams of water in the public squares?
SMT
Thy fountains shall be dispersed without; in the broad places streams of waters.

Commentary for Proverbs 5:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 5:16
Summary
Extend legitimate marital blessings generously
Event
Encouragement toward generosity
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Teaching