God’s Word Translation
Proverbs 31:27
27She keeps a close eye on the conduct of her family, and she does not eat the bread of idleness.
Proverbs 31:27 in other versions
- King James Version (KJV)She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
- New International Version (NIV)She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.
- English Standard Version (ESV)She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.
- New King James Version (NKJV)She watches over the ways of her household, And does not eat the bread of idleness.
Context of Proverbs 31:27
25She dresses with strength and nobility, and she smiles at the future. 26“She speaks with wisdom, and on her tongue there is tender instruction. She keeps a close eye on the conduct of her family, and she does not eat the bread of idleness. 28Her children and her husband stand up and bless her. In addition, he sings her praises, by saying, 29‘Many women have done noble work, but you have surpassed them all!’
Read all of Proverbs 31Proverbs 31:27 word by word
צ֭וֹפִיָּה הֲלִיכ֣וֹת בֵּיתָ֑הּ וְלֶ֥חֶם עַ֝צְל֗וּת לֹ֣א תֹאכֵֽל׃Read the interlinear
Words taken from the KJV.
Cross-references for Proverbs 31:27
- Proverbs 14:1The wisest of women builds up her home, but a stupid one tears it down with her own hands.
- 1 Thessalonians 4:11Also, make it your goal to live quietly, do your work, and earn your own living, as we ordered you.
- 2 Thessalonians 3:6Brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ we order you not to associate with any believer who doesn’t live a disciplined life and doesn’t follow the tradition you received from us.
- 1 Timothy 5:10People should tell about the good things she has done: raising children, being hospitable, taking care of believers’ needs, helping the suffering, or always doing good things.
Commentaries on Proverbs 31:27
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 27She looketh well to the ways of her household - 18. She is a moral manager: she takes care that all shall behave themselves well; that none of them shall keep bad company or contract vicious habits. A religious industry, or an industrious religion, is the law of her house. She can instruct them in religion, as well as she can teach them in their labor. In her house, diligence in business, and fervency of spirit, serving the Lord, go hand in hand. And…Read the comment
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 10-31Verses 10-31 This is the description of a virtuous woman of those days, but the general outlines equally suit every age and nation. She is very careful to recommend herself to her husband's esteem and affection, to know his mind, and is willing that he rule over her. 1. She can be trusted, and he will leave such a wife to manage for him. He is happy in her. And she makes it her constant business to do him good. 2. She is one that takes pains in her…Read the comment
- Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 25-27The noble wife shows wisdom. She stays calm when facing the unknown. She offers advice in a charming way.Read the comment
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 10-3110-31. This exquisite picture of a truly lovely wife is conceived and drawn in accordance with the customs of Eastern nations, but its moral teachings suit all climes. In Hebrew the verses begin with the letters of the Hebrew alphabet in order (compare Introduction to Poetical Books). Who ... woman--The question implies that such are rare, though not entirely wanting (compare Pr 18:22; 19:14). virtuous--literally, "of strength," that is, moral courage…Read the comment
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Commentaries on Proverbs 31
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
- Tyndale Open Study Notes
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
- Rashi on Tanakh
- Keil & Delitzsch Commentary
- John Wesley’s Notes
- Darby Translation Notes
- Geneva Bible Translation Notes
- Kingcomments
- Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
- Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
- Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
- Original Douay–Rheims Annotations
- Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
- EGW Writings
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