Proverbs 31:11
What does Proverbs 31:11 mean?
A plain-English look at Proverbs 31:11 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What Proverbs 31:11 means
The trust placed in the worthy woman by her husband is profound and complete. "The heart of her husband trusteth in her" signifies not only his emotional reliance but also his confidence in her capabilities, integrity, and management of their household and affairs. As a result of this trust and her diligent nature, he "shall have no lack of gain." This implies that her contributions, whether direct or indirect, protect and enhance their family's prosperity, demonstrating her essential role as a partner who contributes significantly to their shared well-being.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000The heart of her husband trusteth in her, And he shall have no lack of gain.
KJV
King James Version · 1611The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901The heart of her husband trusteth in her, And he shall have no lack of gain.
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949The heart of her husband has faith in her, and he will have profit in full measure.
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862The heart of her husband hath trusted in her, And spoil he lacketh not.
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752The heart of her husband trusteth in her, and he shall have no need of spoils.
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890The heart of her husband confideth in her, and he shall have no lack of spoil.
Context
Following the introductory question about the rarity and value of a worthy woman in verse 10, this verse immediately begins to detail her positive qualities, focusing on her relationship with her husband. It describes the deep trust and practical benefit she brings to him, setting the stage for subsequent verses that will illustrate the specific ways she earns such confidence through her actions and management of the household.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- 1 Peter 3:1
In like manner, ye wives, bein subjection to your own husbands; that, even if any obey not the word, they may without the word be gained by the behavior of their wives;
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