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she can laugh at the days to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/31.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/31.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/31.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the days to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/31.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Strength and honour <i>are</i> her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/31.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Strength and honor <i>are</i> her clothing; She shall rejoice in time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/31.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing, And she smiles at the future.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/31.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing, And she smiles at the future.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/31.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing, And she smiles at the future.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/31.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Strength and majesty are her clothing, And she smiles at the future.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/31.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing <i>and</i> her position is strong and secure; And she smiles at the future [knowing that she and her family are prepared].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/31.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/31.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the time to come. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/31.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing; And she laugheth at the time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/31.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />She is strong and graceful, as well as cheerful about the future. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/31.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing; and she laugheth at the time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/31.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />She dresses with strength and nobility, and she smiles at the future.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/31.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />She is strong and respected and not afraid of the future. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/31.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her garments; she smiles about the future.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/31.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Strength and honor are her clothing, and she can laugh at the days to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/31.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />She is clothed with strength and honor, and she can laugh at the time to come. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/31.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing. She laughs at the time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/31.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/31.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing. She laughs at the time to come. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/31.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Strength and honor [are] her clothing, "" And she rejoices at a latter day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/31.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Strength and honour are her clothing, And she rejoiceth at a latter day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/31.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Strength and ornament her clothing; and she will laugh to the last day.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/31.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Strength and beauty are her clothing, and she shall laugh in the latter day. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/31.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Strength and elegance are her clothing, and she will laugh in the final days.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/31.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />She is clothed with strength and dignity, and laughs at the days to come. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/31.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/31.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/31.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Strength and excellence are her clothing and she will rejoice in the last day.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/31.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Strength and dignity are her clothing; And she laugheth at the time to come.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/31.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />She puts on strength and honour; and rejoices in the last days.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/31-25.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=6573" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/31.htm">The Virtues of a Noble Woman</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchants. <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5797.htm" title="5797: ‘ōz- (N-ms) -- Strength, might. Or rowz; from azaz; strength in various applications.">Strength</a> <a href="/hebrew/1926.htm" title="1926: wə·hā·ḏār (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- An ornament, honor, splendor. From hadar; magnificence, i.e. Ornament or splendor.">and honor</a> <a href="/hebrew/3830.htm" title="3830: lə·ḇū·šāh (N-msc:: 3fs) -- A garment, clothing, raiment. Or lbush; from labash; a garment; by implication A wife.">are her clothing,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7832.htm" title="7832: wat·tiś·ḥaq (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs) -- To laugh. A primitive root; to laugh; by implication, to play.">and she can laugh</a> <a href="/hebrew/3117.htm" title="3117: lə·yō·wm (Prep-l:: N-ms) -- Day. From an unused root meaning to be hot; a day, whether literal, or figurative.">at the days</a> <a href="/hebrew/314.htm" title="314: ’a·ḥă·rō·wn (Adj-ms) -- Coming after or behind. Or;acharon; from 'achar; hinder; generally, late or last; specifically western.">to come.</a> </span><span class="reftext">26</span>She opens her mouth with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-3.htm">1 Peter 3:3-4</a></span><br />Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair or gold jewelry or fine clothes, / but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/2-9.htm">1 Timothy 2:9-10</a></span><br />Likewise, I want the women to adorn themselves with respectable apparel, with modesty, and with self-control, not with braided hair or gold or pearls or expensive clothes, / but with good deeds, as is proper for women who profess to worship God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a></span><br />Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-12.htm">Colossians 3:12</a></span><br />Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/5-5.htm">1 Peter 5:5</a></span><br />Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/61-10.htm">Isaiah 61:10</a></span><br />I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/93-1.htm">Psalm 93:1</a></span><br />The LORD reigns! He is robed in majesty; the LORD has clothed and armed Himself with strength. The world indeed is firmly established; it cannot be moved.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/12-9.htm">2 Corinthians 12:9</a></span><br />But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-13.htm">Philippians 4:13</a></span><br />I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/16-13.htm">1 Corinthians 16:13</a></span><br />Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/40-31.htm">Isaiah 40:31</a></span><br />But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/28-7.htm">Psalm 28:7</a></span><br />The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and I am helped. Therefore my heart rejoices, and I give thanks to Him with my song.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/13-12.htm">Romans 13:12</a></span><br />The night is nearly over; the day has drawn near. So let us lay aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/3-27.htm">Galatians 3:27</a></span><br />For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/29-14.htm">Job 29:14</a></span><br />I put on righteousness, and it clothed me; justice was my robe and my turban.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Strength and honor are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.</p><p class="hdg">strength</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/29-14.htm">Job 29:14</a></b></br> I put on righteousness, and it clothed me: my judgment <i>was</i> as a robe and a diadem.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/40-10.htm">Job 40:10</a></b></br> Deck thyself now <i>with</i> majesty and excellency; and array thyself with glory and beauty.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/132-9.htm">Psalm 132:9,16</a></b></br> Let thy priests be clothed with righteousness; and let thy saints shout for joy… </p><p class="hdg">and</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/97-11.htm">Psalm 97:11,12</a></b></br> Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/65-13.htm">Isaiah 65:13,14</a></b></br> Therefore thus saith the Lord GOD, Behold, my servants shall eat, but ye shall be hungry: behold, my servants shall drink, but ye shall be thirsty: behold, my servants shall rejoice, but ye shall be ashamed: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/25-20.htm">Matthew 25:20,21</a></b></br> And so he that had received five talents came and brought other five talents, saying, Lord, thou deliveredst unto me five talents: behold, I have gained beside them five talents more… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/31-22.htm">Clothed</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-22.htm">Clothing</a> <a href="/job/40-10.htm">Dignity</a> <a href="/nehemiah/3-26.htm">Facing</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-20.htm">Future</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-23.htm">Honor</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-23.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-21.htm">Latter</a> <a href="/job/41-29.htm">Laughs</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-6.htm">Rejoice</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-3.htm">Rejoiceth</a> <a href="/psalms/39-13.htm">Smile</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-17.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-19.htm">Time</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ecclesiastes/9-8.htm">Clothed</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/9-8.htm">Clothing</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/10-6.htm">Dignity</a> <a href="/jeremiah/1-13.htm">Facing</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-14.htm">Future</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/6-2.htm">Honor</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-28.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/1-11.htm">Latter</a> <a href="/habakkuk/1-10.htm">Laughs</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/3-12.htm">Rejoice</a> <a href="/isaiah/5-14.htm">Rejoiceth</a> <a href="/job/9-27.htm">Smile</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/7-19.htm">Strength</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/1-10.htm">Time</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 31</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/31-1.htm">Lemuel's lesson of chastity and temperance</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/31-6.htm">The afflicted are to be comforted and defended</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/31-10.htm">The praise and properties of a good wife</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, clothing often symbolizes one's identity and status. Here, strength and honor are not just attributes but are as visible and defining as garments. Strength, in this context, refers to moral and spiritual fortitude, echoing the biblical call to be strong in the Lord (<a href="/ephesians/6-10.htm">Ephesians 6:10</a>). Honor suggests a life lived with integrity and respect, aligning with the wisdom literature's emphasis on living righteously (<a href="/proverbs/3-35.htm">Proverbs 3:35</a>). The imagery of clothing also connects to the New Testament exhortation to "put on" virtues like compassion and kindness (<a href="/colossians/3-12.htm">Colossians 3:12</a>), suggesting that these qualities are essential to one's spiritual identity.<p><b>and she can laugh at the days to come</b><br>This phrase conveys a sense of confidence and peace regarding the future. In the cultural and historical context of ancient Israel, where uncertainty and hardship were common, the ability to face the future with joy and assurance was significant. This confidence is rooted in faith and trust in God's providence, reminiscent of Jesus' teaching in <a href="/matthew/6-34.htm">Matthew 6:34</a>, where He instructs not to worry about tomorrow. The laughter here is not one of mockery but of joy and assurance, reflecting a deep-seated trust in God's plan and provision. This anticipatory joy can be seen as a type of the joy found in Christ, who, for the joy set before Him, endured the cross (<a href="/hebrews/12-2.htm">Hebrews 12:2</a>). The woman's ability to laugh at the future is a testament to her wisdom and faith, qualities that are celebrated throughout the book of Proverbs.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_virtuous_woman.htm">The Virtuous Woman</a></b><br>The subject of <a href="/bsb/proverbs/31.htm">Proverbs 31</a>, often referred to as the "Proverbs 31 Woman," is an idealized figure representing the qualities of a godly and virtuous woman. She embodies wisdom, strength, and dignity.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/k/king_lemuel.htm">King Lemuel</a></b><br>The chapter is attributed to the words of King Lemuel, which he learned from his mother. It is a mother's advice to her son on the qualities of a virtuous wife.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context of this passage is ancient Israel, where the roles and expectations of women were defined by societal norms and religious teachings.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/c/clothed_in_strength_and_dignity.htm">Clothed in Strength and Dignity</a></b><br>The Hebrew word for "strength" ('oz) implies might and power, suggesting that the virtuous woman is empowered by her faith and character.<br><br>"Dignity" (hadar) refers to honor and majesty, indicating that her worth is recognized and respected by others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/confidence_in_the_future.htm">Confidence in the Future</a></b><br>The phrase "laughs at the days to come" signifies a confident and fearless outlook on the future, rooted in trust in God's provision and sovereignty.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_model_for_all_believers.htm">Role Model for All Believers</a></b><br>While this passage specifically describes a woman, the principles of strength, dignity, and faith are applicable to all believers, encouraging them to live with integrity and confidence.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_preparation.htm">Spiritual Preparation</a></b><br>Just as the virtuous woman is prepared for the future, believers are called to be spiritually prepared, trusting in God's plan and equipping themselves with His Word.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_31.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 31</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_a_proverbs_31_virtuous_woman.htm">What defines a virtuous woman in Proverbs 31?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_rain.htm">What signifies a virtuous woman as her husband's crown?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_teachings_on_marriage.htm">What are the Bible's teachings on marriage?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what's_the_essence_of_sacred_feminine.htm">What is the essence of The Sacred Feminine?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/31.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) <span class= "bld">Strength and honour are her clothing.--</span>She never parts with them; they serve her, like clothing, for protection and ornament. (Comp. <a href="/psalms/104-1.htm" title="Bless the LORD, O my soul. O LORD my God, you are very great; you are clothed with honor and majesty.">Psalm 104:1</a>.)<p><span class= "bld">And she shall rejoice in time to come.--</span>Rather, <span class= "ital">smiles at the coming day; </span>does not fear the future.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/31.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - AYIN. <span class="cmt_word">Strength and honour are her clothing</span> (ver. 17); <span class="greek">ἰσχὺν καὶ</span> <span class="greek">εὐπρέπειαν</span>, Septuagint. She is invested with a moral force and dignity which arm her against care and worry; the power of a righteous purpose and strong will reveals itself in her carriage and demeanour. And thus equipped, <span class="cmt_word">she shall rejoice in time to come;</span> or, <span class="accented">she laugheth</span> (<a href="/job/5-22.htm">Job 5:22</a>; <a href="/job/39-7.htm">Job 39:7</a>) <span class="accented">at the future</span> (<a href="/isaiah/30-8.htm">Isaiah 30:8</a>). She is not disquieted by any fear of what may happen, knowing in whom she trusts, and having done her duty to the utmost of her ability. The Greek and Latin versions seem to take the expression as referring to the day of death; thus the Vulgate, <span class="accented">Ridebit in die novissimo</span>; Septuagint, "She rejoices in the last days (<span class="greek">ἐν ἡμέραις ἐσχάταις</span>)<span class="accented">."</span> But it is best interpreted as above. The true servant of God is not afraid of any evil tidings, his heart being fixed, trusting in the Lord (<a href="/psalms/112-7.htm">Psalm 112:7</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/31-25.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Strength</span><br /><span class="heb">עֹז־</span> <span class="translit">(‘ōz-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5797.htm">Strong's 5797: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strength, might</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and honor</span><br /><span class="heb">וְהָדָ֥ר</span> <span class="translit">(wə·hā·ḏār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1926.htm">Strong's 1926: </a> </span><span class="str2">Magnificence, ornament, splendor</span><br /><br /><span class="word">are her clothing,</span><br /><span class="heb">לְבוּשָׁ֑הּ</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ḇū·šāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3830.htm">Strong's 3830: </a> </span><span class="str2">A garment, clothing, raiment</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and she can laugh</span><br /><span class="heb">וַ֝תִּשְׂחַ֗ק</span> <span class="translit">(wat·tiś·ḥaq)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7832.htm">Strong's 7832: </a> </span><span class="str2">To laugh, to play</span><br /><br /><span class="word">at the days</span><br /><span class="heb">לְי֣וֹם</span> <span class="translit">(lə·yō·wm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3117.htm">Strong's 3117: </a> </span><span class="str2">A day</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to come.</span><br /><span class="heb">אַחֲרֽוֹן׃</span> <span class="translit">(’a·ḥă·rō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_314.htm">Strong's 314: </a> </span><span class="str2">Hinder, late, last, western</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/31-25.htm">Proverbs 31:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/31-25.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 31:25 Strength and dignity are her clothing (Prov. 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