Proverbs 30:23
“For an odious woman when she is married; and an handmaid that is heir to her mistress.”
Proverbs 30:23 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- For an odious woman when she is married; and an handmaid that is heir to her mistress.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- By an odious woman when she is married: and by a bondwoman when she is heir to her mistress.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- For an odious woman when she is married; And a handmaid that is heir to her mistress.
- DARBYDarby
- under an odious woman when she is married, and a handmaid when she is heir to her mistress.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- for an unloved woman when she is married; and a handmaid who is heir to her mistress.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- For a hated one when she ruleth, And a maid-servant when she succeedeth her mistress.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- For an odious woman when she is married, and a maidservant who inherits from her mistress.
Context: Proverbs 30
21For three things the earth is disquieted, and for four which it cannot bear:
22For a servant when he reigneth; and a fool when he is filled with meat;
23For an odious woman when she is married; and an handmaid that is heir to her mistress.
24There be four things which are little upon the earth, but they are exceeding wise:
25The ants are a people not strong, yet they prepare their meat in the summer;
About Proverbs 30: Words of Agur
Proverbs 30 is a collection of wise sayings and reflections attributed to Agur, the son of Jakeh. Agur expresses his humility and dependence on God, as well as his observations about the wonder and complexity of the world and the importance of living with integrity.
Commentary
This chapter of Proverbs is a beautiful and refreshing perspective on wisdom. Agur's recognition of his own limitations and need for God's guidance is a reminder that true wisdom requires humility and a constant seeking of truth. His reflections on the intricacies of creation and the mysteries of life inspire a sense of wonder and awe. And his insistence on honesty and justice reminds us of the importance of living with integrity, even in a world full of complexity and deception. Overall, Proverbs 30 offers a powerful meditation on the nature of wisdom and the virtues that lead to a meaningful life.