Proverbs 31:19

She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 31:19

BSB
She stretches out her hands to the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.
AKJV
She lays her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff.
CPDV
She has put her hand to strong things, and her fingers have taken hold of the spindle.
ERV
She layeth her hands to the distaff, and her hands hold the spindle.
NHEB
She lays her hands to the distaff, and her hands hold the spindle.
SMT
She sent forth her hands upon the spindle, and her hands take hold of the whirl.

Commentary for Proverbs 31:19

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 31:19
Summary
Woman engages in spinning work
Event
Woman performs spindle work
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Teaching