Proverbs 11:16

A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong men retain riches.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 11:16

BSB
A gracious woman attains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.
AKJV
A gracious woman retains honor: and strong men retain riches.
CPDV
A gracious woman shall discover glory. And the robust will have wealth.
ERV
A gracious woman retaineth honour: and violent men retain riches.
NHEB
A gracious woman obtains honor, but she who hates virtue makes a throne for dishonor. The slothful become destitute, and ruthless men grab wealth.
SMT
A woman of grace will obtain honor, and the powerful will obtain riches.

Commentary for Proverbs 11:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 11:16
Summary
Gracious women gain honor; strong men gain wealth
Event
Gracious and strong people gain their rewards
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom