Proverbs 5:15 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Drink waters out of thine own cistern, and running waters out of thine own well.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Drink water from your own cistern, and flowing water from your own well.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is using the imagery of drinking from your own water source to encourage faithfulness and satisfaction within marriage.

📚 Historical Context

In ancient Israel, water was a scarce and essential resource, with cisterns and wells symbolizing personal provision, family heritage, and self-sufficiency in a harsh desert environment. Proverbs 5, part of the Wisdom literature attributed to King Solomon, uses this imagery to advise against adultery and promote marital fidelity, drawing from everyday life to illustrate moral lessons in a culture that valued family stability and purity. This verse fits into a broader biblical narrative warning about the dangers of temptation and the rewards of righteous living.

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