I find this scripture for Women and the good Men that Love them or will be Blessed with her that I felt compelled to break this down a little bit.
Hope You enjoy, receive, learn and add Your own knowledge
By the way please remember that the Bible is nuetral gender in most areas, for the Virtuous Woman, there is also the Virtuous Man. Also Virtuous by Biblical definition means (Wife of Valor or Mighty Man of Valor):
10. Who can find a Virtuous (Integrity, Morals, Respect For Self) Woman? For Her price is far above rubies. (A Woman like this cannot be bought, earned etc. She is too VALUABLE. Proverbs 19:14 states "A Prudent Wife is from the "Lord". She is sent for an added Blessing and the children are extra Blessings. By only "God".
If You leave Her behind that is a Blessing taken away and if children involved...
Any Man that leaves his Wife and Children and wonders why He can not get ahead, well...
My Father never made it big after that 1st gold record, He lost it all, not that I wished upon Him what He did to Himself.
Hint a Good Man/Good Woman are "HARD TO FIND". Either good overall or bad overall.
Many times people pass up or are blinded via choices. I am certainly guilty of this but time flies for all. I can write a whole Blog this scripture alone.
11. The HEART of Her Husband doth safely trust in Her, so that He shall have no need of spoil.
(This woman is so awesomely Blessed by "God" that there will never be any lack of gain (Prosperity, Favor, Wealth, Security...).
She is working and helping You as a HelpMeet and viceversa...
12. She will do Him good and not evil All the days of Her life.
(Ever passed up a good Woman? Dealt with negative? )
This Woman has great skills and ability outside of beauty, romance etc. Why do we as Men deal with the loose Women that have nothing to offer but the bed and the problems that stem from that. Pass up the good ones and, oh I guess I am the only Man that has done this and regretted, learned etc.? But "God" renews via choice.
13. She seeketh wool and flax, and worketh willingly with Her hands.
This Woman handeling her business already. This is not a Woman with a $100.00 in the bank but wants Him to be a millionaire to take away all the problems that only "God" can. The same for Men also. There is a difference between those who try and those who are not, I hope You feel what I'm saying.
14. She is like the merchants' ships; She bringeth Her food from afar.
Multiple resources from the longterm, like it took some years to get that degree, get self established, continues to strive in other areas for the good, not for greed etc.
15. She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat (food) to Her household, and a portion to her maidens (this woman is so Blessed You have people working for You in Your household, i.e. You have a big house because of Her and probably more than 1 like that timeshare or vacation spot etc.)
16. She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of Her hands She planteth a vineyard.
This Woman is Your equal partner, has business savvy, is adding to what is best for Family prosperity etc. Her mind is very necessary, ignore it and You slow Yourself and Family down from where they could be. There are some Men who are frustrated but hold selves back by slowing her down, ironic isn't it? The Man usually has more freedom due to His status in and with society if You feel me.
17. She girdeth Her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms.
(willing to work with You all the way if You are)
18. She perceiveth that Her merchandise is good (great decision making skills on her own or without You as need be): her candle (lamp, passion, flame, fire, love, romance etc.) goeth not out by night(of course all things decent and in order but if You are a Mighty man of Valor... She is wanting Him equally at the same time and more, problem solved for those this applies to)
19. She layeth Her hands to the spindle, and Her hands hold the distaff(a staff that holds unspun wool for spinning into thread). Reserves i.e. $, property, stocks, bonds and things of similar nature, it is natural for Women to always hold something back, now some men??? By the way all in moderation, there is a time to splurge and enjoy also. She knows this. Who usually takes care of sorting the bills, bank acct etc. in a Household? I have always said, I don't want to fool with the $$$, I'll cover and let Her appropriate. This works for me.
20. She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, She reacheth forth Her hands to the needy.
If a Woman like this is kind to the poor and needy, can You imagine how she is to You the man? And any Child or Children involved, lets just say world's greatest Mom:-)
21. She is not afraid of the snow for Her Household: for all Her Household are clothed with scarlet(Yall are wearing some very nice clothes!).
This is a Strong Woman that is not fearful even though we all can falter at times, but this is never normal or is it permanent for sake of her love of Husband and Family. They give each other strength via "God" and choice.
22. She maketh herself coverings of taperstry; her clothing is silk (fine linen) and purple. You have the added Blessings of that Woman now make sure she looks and stays looking good with clothes, jewelry etc. You have been Blessed to do so.
23. Her husband is known in the gates, when He sitteth among the elders of the land.
She is Your biggest cheer leader and fan. This Woman is married to a leader. This Woman has reverence for her man. I have seen Women on here of all ages doing just this, wow what He must be doing for Her.
24. She maketh fine linen, and selleth it, and delivereth girdles unto the merchant.
Again this is a business Woman not swayed by circumstances.
25. Strength and Honor are Her clothing; ans She shall rejoice in time to come.
This Woman already has integrity, morals from within 1st due to choice, "God" and what He adds further and never lesser...
26. She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
Self explanatory, but I do add that the Bible speaks about Blessings and Cursings from the tongue. Life and death, tongues can be a fire destruction etc. Put it like this we are all human and at where we are at, but if her mouth is full of curse words her soul or his soul are tied in with it... Have You ever seen a kind benevolent helpful angel helping people and cursing at the same time? I know if/when I have cursed I felt very negative... Remember good is good and bad is bad there are no inbetweens.
Don't believe me, just keep living and maybe if You have bumped Your head with the wrong types and choices as I have, maybe You will see it. Most people don't and deal with until the grave... I refuse to and I start with myself. To each their own.
27. She looketh well to the ways of Her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
(Not too much $$$ being spent on lottery tickets, family always comes 1st and foremost which is a reciprocal Blessing...).
Riddle me this if "God" Blesses as one gives and if You tithe and "God" says just try me and see, is not that a much higher lasting percentage than the lotto, but hey I guess I'm just tripping on this one.
28. Her children arise up, and call Her Blessed; Her Husband also, and He Praiseth Her.
Children are very eager and zealous to love their Mommy and Dad is just as zealous. The Children have been raised to love, honor and respect their Mother.
Proverbs 1:7 states the Father giveth the instruction and the Mother keeps the law.
Behavior is 1st instructed and not by osmosis then maintained i.e. the law.
29. Many Daughters have done Virtuously, but Thou (Place Your Name), excellest them all.
This is a Woman of "God". This does not mean perfection, people mess up, make mistakes etc.
If "God" seperates and forgets sin as far as the east seperates the west, what You repent for and ask forgivance for is gone more than You can ever do on Your own. If a person was not a virgin, if You repent, You start over again and the body follows, what happens if one does not do something for a while until spiritual proper context? Celibacy is virginity whether children or not.
30. Favor (charm) is deceitful (I have really bumped my head with this one and so has many other men and Women right? Well at least I am honest, those who lie are the ones burning people, making babies on You etc.)
and beauty is vain(Many people have experienced a stuck up selfish person, but keep on living... Many of us are at the age now where a person/persons we know don't look like they used to and according to the way one lives that process can be sped up). but a Woman that feareth the "Lord", She shall be praised.
This Woman is praiseworthy, there are many that falsely praise to get what they want but "God" says You be not deceived. There are exceptions to this but many problems would be vastly less if keys to houses were given during the right time... What is the common theme in the world today like on Girlfriends(the Joan 3 month rule but does not have a consistant Man and wonders why and is frustrated) or in many cases 2 weeks. On those dating shows and reality shows seconds... This is indicative of society in general. For more familiarity just think about some of those parties and beach weekends. Yea I know a thing or two, I guess? Watcha think?
*Note* This Woman is s*xy, looks good and keeps herself together. Time for all things, to dress down, to dress up but not over do it. What one wears out, wears home etc.etc.etc. Moderation and proper context. This goes for Men also. I hope I clarify enough here.
The Husband of the Virtuous Woman wants Her to feel good, look good etc.
I know a lot of Men and have dealt with Men who want their Wives fat, barefoot, unappealing etc. This is not a Mighty Man of Valor. He is a small boy of weak.
31. Give Her of the fruit of Her hands; and let Her OWN WORKS Praise Her in the gates.
Give Her credit where due, She is Your greatest fan and You are supposed to be hers, You Should aide what Her Gifts and Goals are in life, You should not be intimidated by her because You are a Mighty Man of Valor, You should be honored because You had a hand in being Her Blessing from the "Lord" etc.etc.etc.
If You two are as one, why use half??? This is like a Man using 1/2 of His own body to do anything, ever tried it before? Literally?
Why dominate self over self when equal but having distinct important parts?
Also give Her equal time off...
If I were married with Children, I can do just a good of job as she can but from a male perspective if You feeling me. I would not always want to be stuck with the children either even though they will be my Heart. Time for all things, moderation... Appreciation. She did carry the child, risk her health and life for 9 months and multiple 9 months times the amount of children You have and then He complains about keeping the Children? SELFISH. Ever dealt with Children all day? Thats a job to.
Chivalry Is Not Dead would have to be another Blog.
I have only had 1 female that could cook as well or out cook me and she was from Canada via Trinidad, Tabagos or something like that (Yes she was black and I knew nothing about Island food at the time), this has been years ago.
*If the Woman ain't happy, the whole house and the dog is upset, but the house can oftentimes be just fine if He is upset*
*22 points from A-Z about a excellent Wife are, This applies for Men also:
1. Rare
2. Trustworthy (Don't leave You guessing...)
3. Constant in Love(Love is not the same when You are upset at a person nor is it always 50/50 but overall...
4. Industrious (this Woman never stops DREAMING). A true Industrious Man never stops either.
5. Thrifty
6. Self-Starting
7. Enterprising
8. Willing to do hard work
9. Willing to work long hours
* #8-9: This is temporary if necessary or this is what She desires to do*
10. Willing to do monotonous work
11. Compassionate (never neglects family)
12. Prepared for the future.
13. A good seamstress (a different meaning today like a good eye for fashion etc.)
14. Married to a leader (*THIS IS NOT A MOMMA'S BOY, RUNS TO DADDY, A FOLLOWER ETC. HE HANDLES BIZ YA'LL HERE ME?)
And this is very obvious. He does not have to go around bragging what and who he is, HE IS WHAT HE IS AND OTHERS KNOW SO... AND SAY SO.
15. A Entrepreneur. She can be at home with family but she has been his equal or the endeavors she is destined to do because of You).
16. Not swayed by circumstances (This Woman is not a gossip nor hangs with any and certainly not a Busybody in other peoples affairs)
17. Wise and Kind
18. Duty-conscious
19. Blessed by her family
20. Not satisfied with mediocre. If You are not doing Your job... And those who are guilty say She is nagging...
21. A Woman of "God" (She never subtracts but accentuates and enhances what He is directly via "God" and the Virtuous Man never subtracts from the, He ONLY ADDS like adornments.
Did You know that "God" has a direct covenant with the Woman via the miracle "He" creates in Her womb?
"Jesus" came from the Womb of Mary without any natural seed, but the seed that Adam passed to Eve (Cain killed Abel) became flawed due to Himself. Think about it, deep... "Jesus" was raised via the Holy Spirit, Adam failed to do His part with Eve and His part with His own Son and...
*A GOOD WOMAN LIKE THIS CAN NOT BE SUMMED UP IN SHORT, SHE IS AS VAST AS "GOD" MADE HER VIA CHOICE*
ALSO WE ALL ARE A PROCESS VIA CHOICE AND "GOD".
Lastly of course the many awesome minds here can add much on to this. A whole book can be written off this scripture.
Posted By: WILLIAM W. HEMMANS III
Monday, January 9th 2006 at 12:28PM
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