KJV ORIGINAL
For an odious woman when she is married; and an handmaid that is heir to her mistress.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
For a hateful woman when she gets married, and a servant girl who inherits her master's estate.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes two situations that create social upheaval - when someone unpleasant gains power through marriage or when someone of low status suddenly inherits wealth and authority.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a wisdom saying about four things that disturb social order in ancient times. In the patriarchal society of ancient Israel, marriage gave women significant social status and security, while inheritance could dramatically change someone's position in society. The concern was about people who might abuse newly gained power or status.
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