Proverbs 31:3,8,10,29-31
Proverbs 31:3 King James Version (KJV)
Give not thy strength unto women, Nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings.
Proverbs 31:8 King James Version (KJV)
Open thy mouth for the dumb In the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction.
Proverbs 31:10 King James Version (KJV)
Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.
Proverbs 31:29-31 King James Version (KJV)
Many daughters have done virtuously, But thou excellest them all. Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: But a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands; And let her own works praise her in the gates.
Proverbs 31:3 New King James Version (NKJV)
Do not give your strength to women, Nor your ways to that which destroys kings.
Proverbs 31:8 New King James Version (NKJV)
Open your mouth for the speechless, In the cause of all who are appointed to die.
Proverbs 31:10 New King James Version (NKJV)
Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies.
Proverbs 31:29-31 New King James Version (NKJV)
“Many daughters have done well, But you excel them all.” Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, And let her own works praise her in the gates.
Proverbs 31:3 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
Do not give your strength to women, your ways to those who destroy kings.
Proverbs 31:8 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute.
Proverbs 31:10 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.
Proverbs 31:29-31 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
“Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.” Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the gates.
Proverbs 31:2-3 The Message (MSG)
“Oh, son of mine, what can you be thinking of! Child whom I bore! The son I dedicated to God! Don’t dilute your strength on fortune-hunting women, promiscuous women who shipwreck leaders.
Proverbs 31:8-9 The Message (MSG)
“Speak up for the people who have no voice, for the rights of all the misfits. Speak out for justice! Stand up for the poor and destitute!”
Proverbs 31:10-31 The Message (MSG)
A good woman is hard to find, and worth far more than diamonds. Her husband trusts her without reserve, and never has reason to regret it. Never spiteful, she treats him generously all her life long. She shops around for the best yarns and cottons, and enjoys knitting and sewing. She’s like a trading ship that sails to faraway places and brings back exotic surprises. She’s up before dawn, preparing breakfast for her family and organizing her day. She looks over a field and buys it, then, with money she’s put aside, plants a garden. First thing in the morning, she dresses for work, rolls up her sleeves, eager to get started. She senses the worth of her work, is in no hurry to call it quits for the day. She’s skilled in the crafts of home and hearth, diligent in homemaking. She’s quick to assist anyone in need, reaches out to help the poor. She doesn’t worry about her family when it snows; their winter clothes are all mended and ready to wear. She makes her own clothing, and dresses in colorful linens and silks. Her husband is greatly respected when he deliberates with the city fathers. She designs gowns and sells them, brings the sweaters she knits to the dress shops. Her clothes are well-made and elegant, and she always faces tomorrow with a smile. When she speaks she has something worthwhile to say, and she always says it kindly. She keeps an eye on everyone in her household, and keeps them all busy and productive. Her children respect and bless her; her husband joins in with words of praise: “Many women have done wonderful things, but you’ve outclassed them all!” Charm can mislead and beauty soon fades. The woman to be admired and praised is the woman who lives in the Fear-of-GOD. Give her everything she deserves! Adorn her life with praises!
Proverbs 31:10-31-10-31 The Message (MSG)
A good woman is hard to find, and worth far more than diamonds. Her husband trusts her without reserve, and never has reason to regret it. Never spiteful, she treats him generously all her life long. She shops around for the best yarns and cottons, and enjoys knitting and sewing. She’s like a trading ship that sails to faraway places and brings back exotic surprises. She’s up before dawn, preparing breakfast for her family and organizing her day. She looks over a field and buys it, then, with money she’s put aside, plants a garden. First thing in the morning, she dresses for work, rolls up her sleeves, eager to get started. She senses the worth of her work, is in no hurry to call it quits for the day. She’s skilled in the crafts of home and hearth, diligent in homemaking. She’s quick to assist anyone in need, reaches out to help the poor. She doesn’t worry about her family when it snows; their winter clothes are all mended and ready to wear. She makes her own clothing, and dresses in colorful linens and silks. Her husband is greatly respected when he deliberates with the city fathers. She designs gowns and sells them, brings the sweaters she knits to the dress shops. Her clothes are well-made and elegant, and she always faces tomorrow with a smile. When she speaks she has something worthwhile to say, and she always says it kindly. She keeps an eye on everyone in her household, and keeps them all busy and productive. Her children respect and bless her; her husband joins in with words of praise: “Many women have done wonderful things, but you’ve outclassed them all!” Charm can mislead and beauty soon fades. The woman to be admired and praised is the woman who lives in the Fear-of-GOD. Give her everything she deserves! Adorn her life with praises!
Proverbs 31:3 King James Version (KJV)
Give not thy strength unto women, Nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings.
Proverbs 31:8 King James Version (KJV)
Open thy mouth for the dumb In the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction.
Proverbs 31:10 King James Version (KJV)
Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.
Proverbs 31:29-31 King James Version (KJV)
Many daughters have done virtuously, But thou excellest them all. Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: But a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands; And let her own works praise her in the gates.
Proverbs 31:3 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
Do not give your strength to women, Or your ways to that which destroys kings.
Proverbs 31:8 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
Open your mouth for the mute, For the rights of all the unfortunate.
Proverbs 31:10 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
An excellent wife, who can find? For her worth is far above jewels.
Proverbs 31:29-31 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
“Many daughters have done nobly, But you excel them all.” Charm is deceitful and beauty is vain, But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her the product of her hands, And let her works praise her in the gates.
Proverbs 31:3 New Century Version (NCV)
Don’t waste your strength on women or your time on those who ruin kings.
Proverbs 31:8 New Century Version (NCV)
“Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; defend the rights of all those who have nothing.
Proverbs 31:10 New Century Version (NCV)
It is hard to find a good wife, because she is worth more than rubies.
Proverbs 31:29-31 New Century Version (NCV)
saying, “There are many fine women, but you are better than all of them.” Charm can fool you, and beauty can trick you, but a woman who respects the LORD should be praised. Give her the reward she has earned; she should be praised in public for what she has done.
Proverbs 31:3 American Standard Version (ASV)
Give not thy strength unto women, Nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings.
Proverbs 31:8 American Standard Version (ASV)
Open thy mouth for the dumb, In the cause of all such as are left desolate.
Proverbs 31:10 American Standard Version (ASV)
A worthy woman who can find? For her price is far above rubies.
Proverbs 31:29-31 American Standard Version (ASV)
Many daughters have done worthily, But thou excellest them all. Grace is deceitful, and beauty is vain; But a woman that feareth Jehovah, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands; And let her works praise her in the gates.
Proverbs 31:3 New International Version (NIV)
Do not spend your strength on women, your vigor on those who ruin kings.
Proverbs 31:8 New International Version (NIV)
Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute.
Proverbs 31:10 New International Version (NIV)
A wife of noble character who can find? She is worth far more than rubies.
Proverbs 31:29-31 New International Version (NIV)
“Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.
Proverbs 31:3 New King James Version (NKJV)
Do not give your strength to women, Nor your ways to that which destroys kings.
Proverbs 31:8 New King James Version (NKJV)
Open your mouth for the speechless, In the cause of all who are appointed to die.
Proverbs 31:10 New King James Version (NKJV)
Who can find a virtuous wife? For her worth is far above rubies.
Proverbs 31:29-31 New King James Version (NKJV)
“Many daughters have done well, But you excel them all.” Charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, But a woman who fears the LORD, she shall be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, And let her own works praise her in the gates.
Proverbs 31:3 Amplified Bible (AMP)
Do not give your [generative] strength to women [neither foreign wives in marriages of alliances, nor concubines], Nor your ways to that which destroys kings.
Proverbs 31:8 Amplified Bible (AMP)
Open your mouth for the mute, For the rights of all who are unfortunate and defenseless; [1 Sam 19:4; Esth 4:16; Job 29:15, 16]
Proverbs 31:10 Amplified Bible (AMP)
¶An excellent woman [one who is spiritual, capable, intelligent, and virtuous], who is he who can find her? Her value is more precious than jewels and her worth is far above rubies or pearls. [Prov 12:4; 18:22; 19:14]
Proverbs 31:29-31 Amplified Bible (AMP)
“Many daughters have done nobly, and well [with the strength of character that is steadfast in goodness], But you excel them all.” Charm and grace are deceptive, and [superficial] beauty is vain, But a woman who fears the LORD [reverently worshiping, obeying, serving, and trusting Him with awe-filled respect], she shall be praised. Give her of the product of her hands, And let her own works praise her in the gates [of the city]. [Phil 4:8]
Proverbs 31:3 New Living Translation (NLT)
do not waste your strength on women, on those who ruin kings.
Proverbs 31:8 New Living Translation (NLT)
Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed.
Proverbs 31:10 New Living Translation (NLT)
Who can find a virtuous and capable wife? She is more precious than rubies.
Proverbs 31:29-31 New Living Translation (NLT)
“There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!” Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the LORD will be greatly praised. Reward her for all she has done. Let her deeds publicly declare her praise.
Proverbs 31:3 The Passion Translation (TPT)
So keep yourself sexually pure from the promiscuous, wayward woman. Don’t waste the strength of your anointing on those who ruin kings— you’ll live to regret it!
Proverbs 31:8 The Passion Translation (TPT)
But you are to be a king who speaks up on behalf of the disenfranchised and pleads for the legal rights of the defenseless and those who are dying.
Proverbs 31:10 The Passion Translation (TPT)
Who could ever find a wife like this one — she is a woman of strength and mighty valor! She’s full of wealth and wisdom. The price paid for her was greater than many jewels.
Proverbs 31:29-31 The Passion Translation (TPT)
“There are many valiant and noble ones, but you have ascended above them all!” Charm can be misleading, and beauty is vain and so quickly fades, but this virtuous woman lives in the wonder, awe, and fear of the Lord. She will be praised throughout eternity. So go ahead and give her the credit that is due, for she has become a radiant woman, and all her loving works of righteousness deserve to be admired at the gateways of every city!
Proverbs 31:3 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
Do not give your strength to women, your ways to those who destroy kings.
Proverbs 31:8 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
Open your mouth for the mute, for the rights of all who are destitute.
Proverbs 31:10 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.
Proverbs 31:29-31 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)
“Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.” Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised. Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the gates.
