17
Like the shining lamp on the holy lampstand, so is a beautiful face on a stately figure.
18
Like golden pillars on silver bases, so are shapely legs and steadfast feet.
19
[My child, keep sound the bloom of your youth,] [and do not give your strength to strangers.]
20
[Seek a fertile field within the whole plain,] [and sow it with your own seed, trusting in your fine stock.]
21
[So your offspring will prosper,] [and, having confidence in their good descent, will grow great.]
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