Translations
Modern
“Many daughters have done noble things, but you surpass them all!”
Traditional
Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
Literal
“Many daughters have acted with worth, and you have gone up over them all.”
Latin
Multæ filiæ congregaverunt divitias; tu supergressa es universas.
Interlinear
Hebrew
English
“Many daughters have done noble things, but you surpass them all!”
Notes
The people who know the woman best speak about her character, skills, and accomplishments.
Proverbs concludes with a strong poem honoring the virtuous wife. The acrostic format makes it feel complete and helps students learn.
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Acrostic Beauty Family Life and Relations Poetry, Biblical Praise Proverbs, Book of Spinner, Spinning
Topics
Economics: Household Industry: Characteristic of Godly Women Poetry: Acrostic Wife: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Women: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Women: Virtuous, Held in High Estimation