Proverbs 31:27

She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 31:27

BSB
She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.
AKJV
She looks well to the ways of her household, and eats not the bread of idleness.
CPDV
She has considered the paths of her household, and she has not eaten her bread in idleness.
ERV
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
NHEB
She looks well to the ways of her household, and doesn't eat the bread of idleness.
SMT
She viewed the goings of her house, and the bread of sloth she will not eat.

Commentary for Proverbs 31:27

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 31:27
Summary
Woman manages home with diligent oversight
Place
Household
Event
Managing domestic affairs
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom