Proverbs 31:29 Meaning
Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
Context Explained
27She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
28Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
29Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.
30Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.
31Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.
Key Themes
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Related Cross References
Proverbs 12:4
This verse contrasts the virtuous woman with a shameful one.
Philippians 4:8
Both passages encourage focusing on excellence and virtue.
1 Peter 3:4
This verse emphasizes inner beauty, similar to the virtuous woman.
Source: Proverbs 31:29