Proverbs 31:1-31

Contents: Words of King Lemuel on the dangers of intemperance and the worth of a godly woman.

Characters: God, Lemuel, his mother.

Conclusion: A virtuous woman who has command of her own spirit, who is pious and industrious, who is firm for the principles of God's Word, is a rare prize. Such a one is of unspeakable worth, and he who has such a wife, should show to her great kindness and respect, and to God, thankfulness of heart.

Key Word: Virtuous woman, Proverbs 31:10.

Strong Verses: Proverbs 31:10; Proverbs 31:30.

Striking Facts: The scope of all the various proverbs of this book is one and the same to direct our manner of life aright and to point us to the Lord Jesus Christ, who is «made unto us Wisdom and Righteousness.»