Proverbs 31:23

Proverbs 31:23

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21 She is not afraid of snow for her household,
For all her household is clothed with scarlet.

22 She makes tapestry for herself;
Her clothing is fine linen and purple.

23 ^aHer husband is known in the gates,
When he sits among the elders of the land.

24 She makes linen garments and sells them,
And supplies sashes for the merchants.

25 Strength and honor are her clothing;
She shall rejoice in time to come.

26 She opens her mouth with wisdom,
And on her tongue is the law of kindness.

Commentaries:

Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown

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in the gates—(compare Proverbs 22:22). His domestic comfort promotes his advancement in public dignity.

Proverbs 31:10-31

This exquisite picture of a truly lovely wife is conceived and drawn in accordance with the customs of Eastern nations, but its moral teachings suit all climes. In Hebrew the verses begin with the letters of the Hebrew alphabet in order (compare Introduction to Poetical Books).

Who . . . woman—The question implies that such are rare, though not entirely wanting (compare Proverbs 18:22; Proverbs 19:14).

virtuous—literally, "of strength," that is, moral courage (compare Proverbs 12:4; Ruth 3:11).

her price, etc.—(compare Proverbs 3:15).

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