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Her lamp does not go out at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/31.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />She sees that her gain is good, and her lamp is not extinguished at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/31.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />She perceiveth that her merchandise <i>is</i> good: her candle goeth not out by night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/31.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />She perceives that her merchandise <i>is</i> good, And her lamp does not go out by night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/31.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />She senses that her profit is good; Her lamp does not go out at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/31.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />She senses that her gain is good; Her lamp does not go out at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/31.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />She senses that her gain is good; Her lamp does not go out at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/31.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />She senses that her gain is good; Her lamp does not go out at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/31.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />She sees that her gain is good; Her lamp does not go out, but it burns continually through the night [she is prepared for whatever lies ahead].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/31.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />She sees that her profits are good, and her lamp never goes out at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/31.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />She sees that her profits are good, and her lamp never goes out at night. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/31.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />She perceiveth that her merchandise is profitable; Her lamp goeth not out by night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/31.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />She knows when to buy or sell, and she stays busy until late at night. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/31.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />She perceiveth that her merchandise is profitable: her lamp goeth not out by night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/31.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />She sees that she is making a good profit. Her lamp burns late at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/31.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />She knows the value of everything she makes, and works late into the night. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/31.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />She is confident that her profits are sufficient. Her lamp does not go out at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/31.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />She sees that her gain is good, and her lamp is not extinguished at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/31.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />She knows that her merchandise is good, and her lamp does not go out in the night. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/31.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />She perceives that her merchandise is profitable. Her lamp doesn't go out by night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/31.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />She perceiveth that her merchandise is good: her candle goeth not out by night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/31.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />She perceives that her merchandise is profitable. Her lamp doesn’t go out by night. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/31.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />She has perceived when her merchandise [is] good, "" Her lamp is not extinguished in the night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/31.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> She hath perceived when her merchandise is good, Her lamp is not extinguished in the night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/31.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />She tasted that her traffic is good: her light will not go out by night.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/31.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />She hath tasted and seen that her traffic is good: her lamp shall not be put out in the night. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/31.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />She has tasted and seen that her tasks are good; her lamp shall not be extinguished at night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/31.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />She enjoys the profit from her dealings; her lamp is never extinguished at night. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/31.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />She perceives that her merchandise is profitable. Her lamp does not go out at night.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/31.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />She perceives that her merchandise is good; her lamp does not go out all night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/31.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />She has tasted that her merchandise is good and her lamp does not go out all night.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/31.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />She perceiveth that her merchandise is good; Her lamp goeth not out by night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/31.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And she finds by experience that working is good; and her candle goes not out all night.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/31-18.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=6526" 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">17</span>She girds herself with strength and shows that her arms are strong. <span class="reftext">18</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2938.htm" title="2938: ṭā·‘ă·māh (V-Qal-Perf-3fs) -- To taste, perceive. A primitive root; to taste; figuratively, to perceive.">She sees</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">that</a> <a href="/hebrew/5504.htm" title="5504: saḥ·rāh (N-msc:: 3fs) -- Commerce, gain. From cachar; profit.">her gain</a> <a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·wḇ (Adj-ms) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">is good,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5216.htm" title="5216: nê·rāh (N-msc:: 3fs) -- A lamp. Or nir; also neyr; or ner; or nerah; from a primitive root properly, meaning to glisten; a lamp or light.">and her lamp</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō- (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">is not</a> <a href="/hebrew/3518.htm" title="3518: yiḵ·beh (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To be quenched or extinguished, to go out. A primitive root; to expire or to extinguish.">extinguished</a> <a href="/hebrew/3915.htm" title="3915: ḇal·la·yil (Prep-b, Art:: N-ms) -- Night. Or leyl; also laylah; from the same as luwl; properly, a twist, i.e. Night; figuratively, adversity.">at night.</a> </span><span class="reftext">19</span>She stretches out her hands to the distaff and grasps the spindle with her fingers.…<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="/genesis/1-31.htm">Genesis 1:31</a></span><br />And God looked upon all that He had made, and indeed, it was very good. And there was evening, and there was morning—the sixth day.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/9-10.htm">Ecclesiastes 9:10</a></span><br />Whatever you find to do with your hands, do it with all your might, for in Sheol, where you are going, there is no work or planning or knowledge or wisdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/15-58.htm">1 Corinthians 15:58</a></span><br />Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-23.htm">Colossians 3:23-24</a></span><br />Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men, / because you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-21.htm">2 Corinthians 8:21</a></span><br />For we are taking great care to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord, but also in the eyes of men.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-8.htm">Philippians 4:8</a></span><br />Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_thessalonians/4-11.htm">1 Thessalonians 4:11-12</a></span><br />and to aspire to live quietly, to attend to your own matters, and to work with your own hands, as we instructed you. / Then you will behave properly toward outsiders, without being dependent on anyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/6-7.htm">Ephesians 6:7-8</a></span><br />Serve with good will, as to the Lord and not to men, / because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good he does, whether he is slave or free.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/25-21.htm">Matthew 25:21</a></span><br />His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/5-10.htm">1 Timothy 5:10</a></span><br />and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/2-7.htm">Titus 2:7-8</a></span><br />In everything, show yourself to be an example by doing good works. In your teaching show integrity, dignity, / and wholesome speech that is above reproach, so that anyone who opposes us will be ashamed, having nothing bad to say about us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-11.htm">Romans 12:11</a></span><br />Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/4-10.htm">1 Peter 4:10-11</a></span><br />As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another. / If anyone speaks, he should speak as one conveying the words of God. If anyone serves, he should serve with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-9.htm">Galatians 6:9</a></span><br />Let us not grow weary in well-doing, for in due time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/3-10.htm">Isaiah 3:10</a></span><br />Tell the righteous it will be well with them, for they will enjoy the fruit of their labor.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">She perceives that her merchandise is good: her candle goes not out by night.</p><p class="hdg">perceiveth or tasteth her candle</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/31-40.htm">Genesis 31:40</a></b></br> <i>Thus</i> I was; in the day the drought consumed me, and the frost by night; and my sleep departed from mine eyes.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/127-2.htm">Psalm 127:2</a></b></br> <i>It is</i> vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: <i>for</i> so he giveth his beloved sleep.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/matthew/25-3.htm">Matthew 25:3-10</a></b></br> They that <i>were</i> foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them: … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/24-20.htm">Candle</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-20.htm">Extinguished</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-11.htm">Gain</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-12.htm">Good</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-20.htm">Lamp</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-14.htm">Merchandise</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-15.htm">Night</a> <a href="/job/14-21.htm">Perceives</a> <a href="/job/33-14.htm">Perceiveth</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-16.htm">Profit</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-14.htm">Profitable</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-14.htm">Senses</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-14.htm">Trading</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jeremiah/25-10.htm">Candle</a> <a href="/isaiah/43-17.htm">Extinguished</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/1-3.htm">Gain</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-1.htm">Good</a> <a href="/isaiah/62-1.htm">Lamp</a> <a href="/isaiah/23-18.htm">Merchandise</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-23.htm">Night</a> <a href="/job/14-21.htm">Perceives</a> <a href="/job/14-21.htm">Perceiveth</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/1-3.htm">Profit</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/5-9.htm">Profitable</a> <a href="/mark/3-21.htm">Senses</a> <a href="/isaiah/2-16.htm">Trading</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script><br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/proverbs/31.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div><b>She sees</b><br />The Hebrew word for "sees" is "טָעֲמָה" (ta'amah), which implies a deep understanding or discernment. This suggests that the virtuous woman possesses wisdom and insight, allowing her to evaluate her efforts and recognize their value. In a spiritual sense, this discernment is a gift from God, enabling her to make decisions that align with His will. Her ability to "see" is not just physical but spiritual, reflecting a heart attuned to God's guidance.<p><b>that her gain is good</b><br />The term "gain" comes from the Hebrew "סַחְרָהּ" (sachrah), which refers to profit or merchandise. This indicates that her efforts, whether in business, household management, or spiritual endeavors, yield positive results. The word "good" (טוֹב, tov) in Hebrew encompasses not only material success but also moral and spiritual goodness. Her gain is not merely financial but also reflects her integrity and righteousness, aligning with the biblical principle that true prosperity is holistic, encompassing all aspects of life.<p><b>her lamp is not extinguished at night</b><br />The "lamp" symbolizes guidance, wisdom, and the presence of God. In ancient times, a lamp provided light in the darkness, representing vigilance and preparedness. The Hebrew word for "lamp" is "נֵר" (ner), which is often used metaphorically in Scripture to denote life and divine truth. The phrase "not extinguished at night" suggests her diligence and perseverance. Even in the darkest times, her faith and commitment to her responsibilities remain steadfast. This imagery also reflects the eternal light of Christ within her, which cannot be dimmed by the challenges of life. Her unwavering dedication serves as an inspiration to remain faithful and diligent, trusting in God's provision and strength.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/31.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 18.</span> - TETH. <span class="cmt_word">She perceiveth that her merchandise is good</span>; Vulgate, <span class="accented">Gustavit et vidit quia bona est negotiatio ejus</span>, where the paraphrase, "she tastes and sees," expresses the meaning of the verb <span class="accented">taam</span> here used. Her prudence and economy leave her a large surplus profit, which she contemplates with satisfaction. There is no suspicion of arrogance or conceit, The pleasure that is derived from duty done and successfully conducted business is legitimate and healthy, a providential reward of good works. Septuagint, "She tastes that it is good to work." This comfort and success spur her on to further and more continued exertion. <span class="cmt_word">Her candle</span> (<span class="accented">lamp</span>) <span class="accented"><span class="cmt_word"></span>goeth not out by night</span>. She is not idle even when night falls, and outdoor occupations are cut short; she finds work for the hours of darkness, such as is mentioned in the next verse. One recalls Virgil's picture of the thrifty housewife ('AEneid,' 8:407) - <p><span class="foreign">"Inde ubi prima quies medio jam noctis abactae<br />Curriculo expulerat somnum, cum femina primum,<br />Cui tolerare colo vitam tenuique Minerva <br />Impositum, cinerem et sopitos suscitat ignis,<br />Noctem addens operi, famulesque ad lumina longo<br />Exercet penso."</span> Some take the lamp here in an allegorical sense, as signifying life, happiness, and prosperity, as <a href="/proverbs/13-9.htm">Proverbs 13:9</a> and Proverbs 20:20; others, as denoting a bright example of diligence and piety (<a href="/matthew/5-16.htm">Matthew 5:16</a>). But the simple meaning seems to be the one intended. Wordsworth notes that the passage in <a href="/revelation/18.htm">Revelation 18</a>, which speaks of the "merchandise" of the false Church, also affirms that "the light of a candle" shall shine in her no more, the two metaphors in our passage applied to the true Church being there applied to Babylon. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/31-18.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">She sees</span><br /><span class="heb">טָ֭עֲמָה</span> <span class="translit">(ṭā·‘ă·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2938.htm">Strong's 2938: </a> </span><span class="str2">To taste, to perceive</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">her gain</span><br /><span class="heb">סַחְרָ֑הּ</span> <span class="translit">(saḥ·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5504.htm">Strong's 5504: </a> </span><span class="str2">Commerce, gain</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[is] good,</span><br /><span class="heb">ט֣וֹב</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·wḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and her lamp</span><br /><span class="heb">נֵרָֽהּ׃</span> <span class="translit">(nê·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5216.htm">Strong's 5216: </a> </span><span class="str2">A lamp, light</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is not</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹֽא־</span> <span class="translit">(lō-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not, no</span><br /><br /><span class="word">extinguished</span><br /><span class="heb">יִכְבֶּ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(yiḵ·beh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3518.htm">Strong's 3518: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be quenched or extinguished, to go out</span><br /><br /><span class="word">at night.</span><br /><span class="heb">בַלַּ֣יְלָה</span> <span class="translit">(ḇal·lay·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3915.htm">Strong's 3915: </a> </span><span class="str2">A twist, night, adversity</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/31-18.htm">Proverbs 31:18 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/31-18.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 31:18 She perceives that her merchandise is profitable (Prov. 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