Proverbs 31:12

12 She does him good, but not harm all the days of her life.

Proverbs 31:12 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 31:12

She will do him good, and not evil
Or, repay good unto him, give him thanks for all the good things bestowed by him on her; will seek his interest, and promote his honour and glory to the uttermost; all the good works she does, which she is qualified for, and ready to perform, are all done in his name and strength, and with a view to his glory; nor will she do any evil willingly and knowingly against him, against his truths and ordinances; or that is detrimental to his honour, and prejudicial to his interest, ( 2 Corinthians 13:8 ) ; all the days of her life;
through which she desires to serve him in righteousness and true holiness; and to be steadfast and immovable, always abounding in his work, ( Luke 1:74 Luke 1:75 ) .

Proverbs 31:12 In-Context

10 A woman of excellence, who will find? For her worth [is] far more than precious jewels.
11 The heart of her husband trusts in her, and gain he will not lack.
12 She does him good, but not harm all the days of her life.
13 She seeks wool and flax, and she works with the diligence of {her hands}.
14 She is like the ships of a merchant; from far off she brings her food;
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