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"Many women do noble things, But you excel them all."
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A Husband's Highest Praise
Commentators agree that this verse captures the words of the husband praising his wife. The term 'daughters' is explained as an affectionate, general term for women. The husband's declaration is the pinnacle of his praise, stating that her character and worth exceed all others.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The words of praise which the husband (Proverbs 31:28) is understood to have addressed to the ideal wife.
Virtuously - The…
19th Century
Anglican
Many daughters— that is, women (Genesis 30:13; Song of Solomon 6:9); a term of affection.
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Many daughters have done virtuously This, according to Aben Ezra and Gersom, is what was said by her husband and children…
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This is the description of a virtuous woman of those times, but the general outlines equally apply to every age and nation. She is very careful to …
