A righteous person who yields to the wicked
is like a muddied spring or a polluted well.

When a king’s face lights up, there is life;
his favor is like a cloud with spring rain.

for they will bring you
many days, a full life, and well-being.

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

The desire of the righteous turns out well,
but the hope of the wicked leads to wrath.

For a prostitute is a deep pit,
and a stranger is a narrow well;

My son, fear the Lord, as well as the king,
and don’t associate with rebels,

but it will go well with those who convict the guilty,
and a generous blessing will come to them.

Know well the condition of your flock,
and pay attention to your herds,