Proverbs 5:16 Meaning and Explanation
“Let thy fountains be dispersed abroad, and rivers of waters in the streets.”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
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The Context of Proverbs 5:16
Blessing flows from faithfulness; it enriches rather than impoverishes.
What Does Proverbs 5:16 Mean?
This verse continues the water metaphor but shifts it: the fountains and rivers now flow outward from you to bless others—specifically your household and community.
Rather than being dispersed wastefully, these blessings should flow in life-giving ways. This is generosity and blessing from a secure place, not depletion or loss.
Proverbs 5:16 in the Original Language
fountains (מַעְיָנוֹת ma'yanot) — fountains, springs; sources of flowing, living water.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 5:16
What does Proverbs 5:16 mean?
Let the blessings and life that flow from you benefit your household.
What is the context of Proverbs 5:16?
Blessing flows from faithfulness; it enriches rather than impoverishes.