Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes. New Living Translation She makes belted linen garments and sashes to sell to the merchants. English Standard Version She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchant. Berean Standard Bible She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchants. King James Bible She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant. New King James Version She makes linen garments and sells them, And supplies sashes for the merchants. New American Standard Bible She makes linen garments and sells them, And supplies belts to the tradesmen. NASB 1995 She makes linen garments and sells them, And supplies belts to the tradesmen. NASB 1977 She makes linen garments and sells them, And supplies belts to the tradesmen. Legacy Standard Bible She makes linen garments and sells them, And gives belts to the tradesmen. Amplified Bible She makes [fine] linen garments and sells them; And supplies sashes to the merchants. Christian Standard Bible She makes and sells linen garments; she delivers belts to the merchants. Holman Christian Standard Bible She makes and sells linen garments; she delivers belts to the merchants. American Standard Version She maketh linen garments and selleth them, And delivereth girdles unto the merchant. Contemporary English Version She makes clothes to sell to the shop owners. English Revised Version She maketh linen garments and selleth them; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant. GOD'S WORD® Translation "She makes linen garments and sells them and delivers belts to the merchants. Good News Translation She makes clothes and belts, and sells them to merchants. International Standard Version She designs and sells linen garments, supplying accessories to clothiers. Majority Standard Bible She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchants. NET Bible She makes linen garments and sells them, and supplies the merchants with sashes. New Heart English Bible She makes linen garments and sells them, and delivers sashes to the merchant. Webster's Bible Translation She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles to the merchant. World English Bible She makes linen garments and sells them, and delivers sashes to the merchant. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionShe has made linen garments, and sells, "" And she has given a girdle to the merchant. Young's Literal Translation Linen garments she hath made, and selleth, And a girdle she hath given to the merchant. Smith's Literal Translation She made the under garment, and she will sell; and she gave a girdle to the Canaanite. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleShe made fine linen, and sold it, end delivered a girdle to the Chanaanite. Catholic Public Domain Version She has made finely woven cloth and sold it, and she has delivered a waistband to the Canaanite. New American Bible She makes garments and sells them, and stocks the merchants with belts. New Revised Standard Version She makes linen garments and sells them; she supplies the merchant with sashes. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleShe makes fine linen, and sells it; and delivers girdles to the merchants. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated She has made and sold fine linen and has given girdles to the Canaanites. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917She maketh linen garments and selleth them; And delivereth girdles unto the merchant. Brenton Septuagint Translation She makes fine linens, and sells girdles to the Chananites: she opens her mouth heedfully and with propriety, and controls her tongue. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Virtues of a Noble Woman…23Her husband is known at the city gate, where he sits among the elders of the land. 24She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchants. 25Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the days to come.… Cross References Acts 16:14 Among those listening was a woman named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth from the city of Thyatira, who was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message. Acts 18:3 and he stayed and worked with them because they were tentmakers by trade, just as he was. 1 Timothy 2:9-10 Likewise, I want the women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty, and with self-control, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, / but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God. 1 Peter 3:3-5 Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair or gold jewelry or fine clothes, / but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight. / For this is how the holy women of the past adorned themselves. They put their hope in God and were submissive to their husbands, Titus 2:3-5 Older women, likewise, are to be reverent in their behavior, not slanderers or addicted to much wine, but teachers of good. / In this way they can train the young women to love their husbands and children, / to be self-controlled, pure, managers of their households, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, so that the word of God will not be discredited. 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12 and to aspire to live quietly, to attend to your own matters, and to work with your own hands, as we instructed you. / Then you will behave properly toward outsiders, without being dependent on anyone. Ephesians 4:28 He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing good with his own hands, that he may have something to share with the one in need. Colossians 3:23-24 Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men, / because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. 1 Corinthians 10:31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God. Romans 12:11 Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12 For even while we were with you, we gave you this command: “If anyone is unwilling to work, he shall not eat.” / For we hear that some of you are leading undisciplined lives, accomplishing nothing, but being busybodies. / We command and urge such people by our Lord Jesus Christ to begin working quietly to earn their own living. Matthew 25:14-30 For it is just like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted them with his possessions. / To one he gave five talents, to another two talents, and to another one talent—each according to his own ability. And he went on his journey. / The servant who had received the five talents went at once and put them to work and gained five more. ... Luke 19:13 Beforehand, he called ten of his servants and gave them ten minas. ‘Conduct business with this until I return,’ he said. Genesis 3:19 By the sweat of your brow you will eat your bread, until you return to the ground—because out of it were you taken. For dust you are, and to dust you shall return.” Exodus 35:25-26 Every skilled woman spun with her hands and brought what she had spun: blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen. / And all the skilled women whose hearts were stirred spun the goat hair. Treasury of Scripture She makes fine linen, and sells it; and delivers girdles to the merchant. Proverbs 31:13,19 She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands… 1 Kings 10:28 And Solomon had horses brought out of Egypt, and linen yarn: the king's merchants received the linen yarn at a price. Ezekiel 27:16 Syria was thy merchant by reason of the multitude of the wares of thy making: they occupied in thy fairs with emeralds, purple, and broidered work, and fine linen, and coral, and agate. Jump to Previous Bands Belts Body Cloth Delivereth Delivers Fine Garments Gets Girdle Girdles Linen Makes Maketh Merchant Merchants Price Robes Sashes Selleth Sells Supplies TradersJump to Next Bands Belts Body Cloth Delivereth Delivers Fine Garments Gets Girdle Girdles Linen Makes Maketh Merchant Merchants Price Robes Sashes Selleth Sells Supplies TradersProverbs 31 1. Lemuel's lesson of chastity and temperance6. The afflicted are to be comforted and defended 10. The praise and properties of a good wife She makes linen garments and sells them; The virtuous woman described in Proverbs 31 is industrious and entrepreneurial. Linen, a high-quality fabric made from flax, was a valuable commodity in ancient times, often associated with wealth and status. The production of linen required skill and knowledge, indicating that this woman was both talented and knowledgeable in her craft. In biblical times, linen was used for priestly garments (Exodus 28:39-42) and was a symbol of purity and righteousness (Revelation 19:8). Her ability to produce and sell linen garments suggests she contributes significantly to her household's economy, embodying the principle of stewardship and diligence found throughout Scripture (Proverbs 12:24). she delivers sashes to the merchants. Persons / Places / Events 1. The Virtuous WomanThe subject of Proverbs 31, often referred to as the "Proverbs 31 Woman," is an idealized figure representing wisdom, diligence, and godly character. She embodies the qualities that are esteemed in a woman of virtue. 2. Merchants These are the traders or business people to whom the virtuous woman delivers her goods. In ancient times, merchants played a crucial role in the economy, facilitating trade and commerce. 3. Linen Garments Linen was a valuable textile in biblical times, known for its quality and durability. The production and sale of linen garments indicate industriousness and skill. 4. Sashes These are decorative or functional bands of cloth, often used as belts or adornments. The making and selling of sashes demonstrate the woman's creativity and business acumen. 5. The Marketplace While not explicitly mentioned, the marketplace is implied as the place where the virtuous woman engages in commerce, highlighting her active role in the community's economic life. Teaching Points Diligence and IndustryThe virtuous woman exemplifies diligence and industriousness. Believers are encouraged to work hard and use their skills and talents for the benefit of their families and communities. Entrepreneurial Spirit Engaging in business and trade is not only permissible but commendable when done with integrity and purpose. Christians can pursue entrepreneurial endeavors as a means of stewardship and service. Contribution to Community The virtuous woman's activities benefit not only her household but also the wider community. Christians are called to contribute positively to society through their work and interactions. Wisdom in Resource Management The making and selling of goods require wisdom in resource management. Believers should seek God's guidance in managing their resources effectively and ethically. Role of Women in Scripture This passage highlights the significant role women can play in economic and social spheres, affirming their value and capabilities in various aspects of life.Verse 24. - SAMECH. She maketh fine linen, and selleth it. The word for "fine linen" is sadin, not the same as in ver. 22. but equivalent to σινδών, and denoting linen garments; Delitzsch calls it "body linen" (comp. Judges 14:12, 13; Isaiah 3:23). Delivereth girdles unto the merchant; literally, unto the Canaanite; i.e. the Phoenician merchant, a generic name for all traders (see Isaiah 23:8; Zechariah 14:21). Girdles were necessary articles of attire with the flowing robes of Eastern dress The common kind were made of leather, as is the use at the present day; but a more costly article was of linen curiously worked in gold and silver thread, and studded with jewels and gold (see 2 Samuel 18:11; Daniel 10:5). So Virgil (AEneid,' 9:359) speaks of "aurea bullis cingula." We read of Queen Parysatis having certain villages assigned her for girdle money, εἰς ζώνην δεδομέναι (Xen., 'Anab.,' 1:4, 9). Cicero alludes to the same custom in his Verrine oration (Proverbs 3:33): "Solere aiunt barbaros reges Persarum ac Syrorum plures uxores habere, his autem uxoribus civitates attribuere hocmodo: haec civitas mulieri iu redimiculum proebeat, haec in collum, haec in crines" (comp. Plato, 'Alcib. I.,' p. 123, B). Such rich and elaborately worked girdles the mistress could readily barter with Phoenician merchants, who would give in exchange purple (ver. 22) and other articles of use or luxury. On this passage St. Gregory thus moralizes: "What is signified by a garment of fine linen, but the subtle texture of holy preaching? In which men rest softly, because the mind of the faithful is refreshed therein by heavenly hope. Whence also the animals are shown to Peter in a linen sheet, because the souls of sinners mercifully gathered together are enclosed in the gentle quiet of faith. The Church therefore made and sold this fine garment, because she inparted in words that faith which she had woven by belief; and received from unbelievers a life of upright conversation. And she delivered a girdle to the Canaanite, because by the might of the righteousness she displayed, she constrained the lax doings of the Gentile world, in order that that might be maintained in their doings which is commanded. 'Let your loins be girded about'" ('Moral.,' 33:33). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew She makesעָ֭שְׂתָה (‘ā·śə·ṯāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 6213: To do, make linen garments סָדִ֣ין (sā·ḏîn) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5466: A wrapper, shirt and sells [them]; וַתִּמְכֹּ֑ר (wat·tim·kōr) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 4376: To sell she delivers נָתְנָ֥ה (nā·ṯə·nāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set sashes וַ֝חֲג֗וֹר (wa·ḥă·ḡō·wr) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2289: Belted to the merchants. לַֽכְּנַעֲנִֽי׃ (lak·kə·na·‘ă·nî) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3669: Canaanite -- inhabitant of Canaan Links Proverbs 31:24 NIVProverbs 31:24 NLT Proverbs 31:24 ESV Proverbs 31:24 NASB Proverbs 31:24 KJV Proverbs 31:24 BibleApps.com Proverbs 31:24 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 31:24 Chinese Bible Proverbs 31:24 French Bible Proverbs 31:24 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 31:24 She makes linen garments and sells them (Prov. 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