Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical context, the role of a wife is often portrayed as one of support, partnership, and honor towards her husband. The Scriptures provide numerous examples and teachings that highlight the positive impact a virtuous wife can have on her husband, bringing him honor and respect within the community and before God.Proverbs 31:10-12 offers a vivid portrayal of a wife who brings honor to her husband: "A wife of noble character, who can find? She is far more precious than rubies. The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will lack nothing of value. She brings him good and not harm all the days of her life." This passage underscores the value of a wife whose character and actions contribute positively to her husband's reputation and well-being. The New Testament also emphasizes the importance of a wife's conduct in bringing honor to her husband. In 1 Peter 3:1-2, wives are encouraged to exhibit a demeanor that reflects their inner beauty and godliness: "Wives, in the same way, submit yourselves to your husbands so that, even if they refuse to believe the word, they will be won over without words by the behavior of their wives when they see your pure and reverent demeanor." This passage suggests that a wife's respectful and pure conduct can influence her husband positively, even leading him towards faith. Furthermore, Ephesians 5:22-24 speaks to the relationship between wives and husbands, drawing a parallel to the relationship between the Church and Christ: "Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord. For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church, His body, of which He is the Savior. Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives should submit to their husbands in everything." This submission is not about inferiority but about a harmonious relationship that reflects divine order and mutual respect. The account of Abigail in 1 Samuel 25 serves as a narrative example of a wife who brings honor to her husband through her wisdom and decisive action. Despite her husband Nabal's foolishness, Abigail's quick thinking and diplomacy prevent disaster and earn her respect from David, who later becomes king. Her actions demonstrate how a wife's wisdom and initiative can uphold her husband's honor, even in challenging circumstances. In the biblical worldview, a good wife is seen as a crown to her husband, as stated in Proverbs 12:4: "A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown, but a disgraceful wife is like decay in his bones." This metaphor illustrates the honor and dignity a virtuous wife brings to her husband, enhancing his standing and reputation. Overall, the Bible presents the role of a wife as integral to the honor and success of her husband. Through her character, conduct, and wisdom, a good wife not only supports her husband but also elevates his status, reflecting the glory of a godly partnership. Torrey's Topical Textbook Proverbs 31:23Her husband is known in the gates, when he sits among the elders of the land. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Letter xv. Social and Relative Duties. 1 Thessalonians iv. 9, 10 Queen Esther's Love for Her People Men Often Highly Esteem what God Abhors. V. ... 1 Timothy ii. 15-Nov Ephesians v. 22-24 Twenty Third Sunday after Trinity Enemies of the Cross of Christ ... The Retreat from Scythia. 1 Cor. Iv. 6 Resources How many wives did King David have? | GotQuestions.orgWhy did the Israelites have to abandon their foreign wives and children? | GotQuestions.org How many wives did Abraham have? | GotQuestions.org Wives: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Wives of Ministers should be Exemplary Wives: Duties of, to Their Husbands: To be Faithful to Them Wives: Duties of, to Their Husbands: To be Subject to Them Wives: Duties of, to Their Husbands: To Love Them Wives: Duties of, to Their Husbands: To Obey Them Wives: Duties of, to Their Husbands: To Remain With Them for Life Wives: Duties of, to Their Husbands: To Reverence Them Wives: Good are a Blessing to Husbands Wives: Good are a Token of the Favour of God Wives: Good are Benevolent to the Poor Wives: Good are Diligent and Prudent Wives: Good are Praised by Husbands Wives: Good: Bring Honor on Husbands Wives: Good: Duty of, to Unbelieving Husbands Wives: Good: Secure Confidence of Husbands Wives: Good: should be Silent in the Churches Wives: Not to be Selected from Among the Ungodly Wives: should be Adorned with a Meek and Quiet Spirit Wives: should be Adorned with Good Works Wives: should be Adorned with Modesty and Sobriety Wives: should be Adorned: Not With Ornaments Wives: should Seek Religious Instruction from Their Husbands Related Terms |
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