Proverbs 31:20

20 She reaches out to the needy; she stretches out her hands to the poor.

Proverbs 31:20 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 31:20

She stretcheth out her hand to the poor
Her liberality is very extensive, reaches to many, and at a distance; it is done with great cheerfulness and readiness; to do good and communicate, she forgets not, it being acceptable to her Lord and husband, ( Hebrews 13:16 ) ; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy;
she gives with both hands, liberally and largely. It may be applied to the church, giving spiritual food by her ministers to those who are poor in spirit, spiritually poor and needy, and who hunger and thirst after righteousness.

Proverbs 31:20 In-Context

18 She realizes that her trading is successful; she doesn't put out her lamp at night.

19 She puts her hands to the spindle; her palms grasp the whorl.

20 She reaches out to the needy; she stretches out her hands to the poor.

21 She doesn't fear for her household when it snows, because they are all dressed in warm clothes.

22 She makes bedspreads for herself; fine linen and purple are her clothing.