Mother's value was far above pearls. Strength and honor were her clothing; she was confident about the future. Her mouth was full of wisdom; kindly teaching was on her tongue.
The Competent Wife: Selected Verses
from the Common English Bible:
Proverbs 31:10-12, 17, 20-21, 25-31
A competent wife, how does one find her? Her value is far above pearls. Her husband entrusts his heart to her, and with her he will have all he needs. She brings him good and not trouble all the days of her life. . . . She works energetically; her arms are powerful. . . . She reaches out to the needy; she stretches out her hands to the poor. She doesn't fear for her household when it snows, because they are all dressed in warm clothes. . . . Strength and honor are her clothing; she is confident about the future. Her mouth is full of wisdom; kindly teaching is on her tongue. She is vigilant over the activities of her household; she doesn't eat the food of laziness. Her children bless her; her husband praises her: "Many women act competently, but you surpass them all!" Charm is deceptive and beauty fleeting, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Let her share in the results of her work; let her deeds praise her . . .
