KJV ORIGINAL
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
She carefully watches over everything happening in her home, and she doesn't sit around doing nothing.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes a woman who takes active responsibility for her household and stays busy rather than being lazy.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Proverbs 31:10-31, known as the 'Virtuous Woman' passage, which may have been written by King Lemuel or his mother as advice about finding a good wife. In ancient times, managing a household was a complex responsibility that included overseeing servants, managing food supplies, textile work, and often contributing to the family's income. The phrase 'bread of idleness' refers to eating food without having worked for it.
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