Proverbs 31:10
A virtuous woman, who can find? for, far beyond corals, is her worth.
The Emphasised Bible by J. B. Rotherham
In The King James Version
Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.
In Context
9Open thy mouth—judge righteously,—and administer justice for the poor and the needy.
11The heart of her husband, trusteth her, and, gain, he shall not lack:
Cross References
Ruth 3:11Now, therefore, my daughter, do not fear, whatsoever thou shalt say, I will do for thee,—for all the gate of my people doth know, that, a virtuous woman, thou art.
Proverbs 3:15More precious, is she, than corals, yea, none of thy delightful things, doth equal her:
Proverbs 12:4A virtuous woman, is the crown of her husband, but, a veritable decay in his bones, is she that causeth shame.
Proverbs 18:22Who hath found a wife, hath found a blessing, and hath obtained favour from Yahweh.
Proverbs 20:15There are gold, and an abundance of corals, but, precious jewels, are the lips of knowledge.
Song of Solomon 6:8Threescore, are the queens, and, fourscore, are the concubines,—and, virgins, there are, without number.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 31:2-10
Maternal Counsels to King Lemuel. 1 The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him. 2 What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows? 3 Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings. 4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: 5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted. 6 Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto… Read the whole commentary →