Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 5:18 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Proverbs 5:18 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 5 verse 18 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Let thy fountain be blessed: and rejoice with the wife of thy youth.”
Proverbs 5:18 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 5:18
This verse commands marital joy and fidelity within God's design. 'Let thy fountain be blessed' (יְהִי־מְקוֹרְךָ בָרוּךְ/yehi-meqorcha baruch) uses 'fountain' as metaphor for one's wife and sexual relationship. 'Rejoice with the wife of thy youth' (וּשְׂמַח מֵאֵשֶׁת נְעוּרֶךָ/usemach me'eshet ne'urecha) commands active delight in marital intimacy. The verb 'samach' (rejoice) is strong—gladness, celebration, joy. Chapter 5 contrasts the destructive path of adultery (vv.1-14) with the satisfying beauty of marital faithfulness (vv.15-23). This verse affirms God's good design for sexuality within ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 5:18
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“which he has given you under the sun”
“'Why?' Because Yahweh has been witness between you and the wife of your youth”
“a well of living waters”
“my bride; a locked up spring”