Proverbs 31:27
She looks after the needs of her whole household, and she's never idle.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
In Context
26She speaks wise words, and she's kind when she gives instructions.
28Her children are quick to bless her. Her husband praises her too, saying,
Cross References
Proverbs 14:1Every wise woman builds her house, but the stupid woman tears it down with her own hands.
1 Thessalonians 4:11Try to live a quiet life, minding your own business, doing your own work, as we've already explained to you,
1 Timothy 5:10The widow should have a reputation for doing good. Did she bring up children properly? Has she been hospitable? Has she washed the feet of church members? Has she helped those who were in trouble? Has she really tried to do good in every way?
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 31:11-31
The Virtuous Woman. 10 Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. 11 The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. 12 She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. 13 She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands. 14 She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar. 15 She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens. 16 She considereth a field,… Read the whole commentary →