17 Let them be only thine own, and not strangers' with thee.
17 Let them be yours alone, never to be shared with strangers.
17 Let them be for yourself alone, and not for strangers with you.
17 Your spring water is for you and you only, not to be passed around among strangers.
17 Let them be only your own, And not for strangers with you.
17 You should reserve it for yourselves. Never share it with strangers.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 5:17
Commentary on Proverbs 5:15-23
(Read Proverbs 5:15-23)
Lawful marriage is a means God has appointed to keep from these destructive vices. But we are not properly united, except as we attend to God's word, seeking his direction and blessing, and acting with affection. Ever remember, that though secret sins may escape the eyes of our fellow-creatures, yet a man's ways are before the eyes of the Lord, who not only sees, but ponders all his goings. Those who are so foolish as to choose the way of sin, are justly left of God to themselves, to go on in the way to destruction.