Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical context, the role of a wife is often portrayed as one of partnership, support, and mutual respect within the marriage covenant. A key aspect of this role is the ability of a wife to secure the confidence of her husband, fostering a relationship built on trust and reliability. This concept is deeply rooted in the wisdom literature and teachings of the Bible, where the virtues of a good wife are extolled.Proverbs 31:10-12 provides a foundational understanding of the virtuous wife: "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 highlights the intrinsic value of a wife who is trustworthy and whose actions consistently benefit her husband. Her noble character is a source of security and confidence for him, as he can rely on her integrity and wisdom. The trust between a husband and wife is further emphasized in Proverbs 31:23, where it is noted, "Her husband is known at the city gate, where he sits among the elders of the land." The implication here is that the husband's reputation and standing in the community are positively influenced by his wife's character and actions. Her ability to manage household affairs and support her husband allows him to fulfill his roles and responsibilities with confidence. In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul addresses the relationship between husbands and wives in Ephesians 5:22-24: "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 passage is often understood within the framework of mutual submission and love, where the wife's respect and support for her husband are reciprocated by the husband's love and care for her, as further elaborated in Ephesians 5:25: "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave Himself up for her." The Apostle Peter also speaks to the conduct of wives in 1 Peter 3:1-2: "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." Here, the emphasis is on the transformative power of a wife's conduct, which can inspire and influence her husband positively, even in matters of faith. The biblical portrayal of a good wife as one who secures the confidence of her husband is not merely about submission but encompasses a broader spectrum of virtues, including wisdom, diligence, and moral integrity. These qualities contribute to a harmonious and trusting marital relationship, reflecting the divine order and purpose for marriage as instituted by God. Torrey's Topical Textbook Proverbs 31:11The heart of her husband does safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Letter xv. Social and Relative Duties. Blemished Offerings Ephesians vi. 8-May Twenty Third Sunday after Trinity Enemies of the Cross of Christ ... The People among whom we Labour (Continued). Letter xxxiii. (AD 396. ) 2 Cor. xi. 1 A Corps Commander Storming the Battlements V. ... Resources Why did God allow polygamy / bigamy in the Bible? | GotQuestions.orgWhy did David need Abishag to keep him warm when he had wives and concubines? | GotQuestions.org Does the Bible truly teach monogamy / monogamous relationships? | 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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