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Proverbs 31:11 The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he lacks nothing of value.
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So he will have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/31.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her, And he will have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/31.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her, And he will have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/31.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her, And he will have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/31.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her, And he will have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/31.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her [with secure confidence], And he will have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/31.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will not lack anything good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/31.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will not lack anything good. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/31.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusteth in her, And he shall have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/31.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Her husband depends on her, and she never lets him down. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/31.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusteth in her, and he shall have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/31.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Her husband trusts her with [all] his heart, and he does not lack anything good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/31.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Her husband puts his confidence in her, and he will never be poor. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/31.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Her husband has full confidence in her; as a result, he lacks nothing of value.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/31.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he lacks nothing of value.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/31.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband has confidence in her, and he has no lack of gain. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/31.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her. He shall have no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/31.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/31.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her. He shall have no lack of gain. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/31.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The heart of her husband has trusted in her, "" And he does not lack spoil.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/31.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The heart of her husband hath trusted in her, And spoil he lacketh not.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/31.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusted in her, and he shall not want spoil.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/31.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusteth in her, and he shall have no need of spoils. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/31.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The heart of her husband confides in her, and he will not be deprived of spoils.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/31.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Her husband trusts her judgment; he does not lack income. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/31.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/31.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The heart of her husband safely trusts in her, and her food supplies never diminish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/31.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her and she lacks no provision.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/31.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, And he hath no lack of gain.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/31.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />The heart of her husband trusts in her: such a one shall stand in no need of fine spoils.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/31-11.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=6484" 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">10</span>A wife of noble character, who can find? She is far more precious than rubies. <span class="reftext">11</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3820.htm" title="3820: lêḇ (N-msc) -- A form of lebab; the heart; also used very widely for the feelings, the will and even the intellect; likewise for the centre of anything.">The heart</a> <a href="/hebrew/1167.htm" title="1167: ba‘·lāh (N-msc:: 3fs) -- Owner, lord. From ba'al; a master; hence, a husband, or owner.">of her husband</a> <a href="/hebrew/982.htm" title="982: bā·ṭaḥ (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To trust. A primitive root; properly, to hie for refuge; figuratively, to trust, be confident or sure.">trusts</a> <a href="/hebrew/bāh (Prep:: 3fs) -- ">in her,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2637.htm" title="2637: yeḥ·sār (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To lack, need, be lacking, decrease. A primitive root; to lack; by implication, to fail, want, lessen.">and he lacks</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.">nothing</a> <a href="/hebrew/7998.htm" title="7998: wə·šā·lāl (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- A prey, spoil, plunder, booty. From shalal; booty.">of value.</a> </span><span class="reftext">12</span>She brings him good and not harm all the days of her life.…<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="/proverbs/12-4.htm">Proverbs 12:4</a></span><br />A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown, but she who causes shame is like decay in his bones.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/18-22.htm">Proverbs 18:22</a></span><br />He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-7.htm">1 Peter 3:7</a></span><br />Husbands, in the same way, treat your wives with consideration as a delicate vessel, and with honor as fellow heirs of the gracious gift of life, so that your prayers will not be hindered.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-28.htm">Ephesians 5:28-29</a></span><br />In the same way, husbands ought to love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. / Indeed, no one ever hated his own body, but he nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/7-3.htm">1 Corinthians 7:3-4</a></span><br />The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband. / The wife does not have authority over her own body, but the husband. Likewise the husband does not have authority over his own body, but the wife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ruth/3-11.htm">Ruth 3:11</a></span><br />And now do not be afraid, my daughter. I will do for you whatever you request, since all my fellow townspeople know that you are a woman of noble character.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/5-14.htm">1 Timothy 5:14</a></span><br />So I advise the younger widows to marry, have children, and manage their households, denying the adversary occasion for slander.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/2-18.htm">Genesis 2:18</a></span><br />The LORD God also said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make for him a suitable helper.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/5-33.htm">Ephesians 5:33</a></span><br />Nevertheless, each one of you also must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-18.htm">Colossians 3:18-19</a></span><br />Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord. / Husbands, love your wives and do not be harsh with them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/11-11.htm">1 Corinthians 11:11</a></span><br />In the Lord, however, woman is not independent of man, nor is man independent of woman.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/2-4.htm">Titus 2:4-5</a></span><br />In this way they can train the young women to love their husbands and children, / to be self-controlled, pure, managers of their households, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, so that the word of God will not be discredited.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/24-67.htm">Genesis 24:67</a></span><br />And Isaac brought her into the tent of his mother Sarah and took Rebekah as his wife. And Isaac loved her and was comforted after his mother’s death.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/9-9.htm">Ecclesiastes 9:9</a></span><br />Enjoy life with your beloved wife all the days of the fleeting life that God has given you under the sun—all your fleeting days. For this is your portion in life and in your labor under the sun.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/songs/4-7.htm">Song of Solomon 4:7</a></span><br />You are altogether beautiful, my darling; in you there is no flaw.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The heart of her husband does safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_kings/4-9.htm">2 Kings 4:9,10,22,23</a></b></br> And she said unto her husband, Behold now, I perceive that this <i>is</i> an holy man of God, which passeth by us continually… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_peter/3-1.htm">1 Peter 3:1-7</a></b></br> Likewise, ye wives, <i>be</i> in subjection to your own husbands; that, if any obey not the word, they also may without the word be won by the conversation of the wives; … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/29-25.htm">Confidence</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-26.htm">Confideth</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-5.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-22.htm">Full</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-23.htm">Gain</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-19.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-23.htm">Husband</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-27.htm">Lack</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-19.htm">Measure</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-9.htm">Need</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Profit</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-9.htm">Safely</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-15.htm">Spoil</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-5.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-6.htm">Trusted</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-26.htm">Trusteth</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-25.htm">Trusts</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-17.htm">Value</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/ecclesiastes/9-4.htm">Confidence</a> <a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Confideth</a> <a href="/isaiah/7-9.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/1-7.htm">Full</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-18.htm">Gain</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/1-13.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-23.htm">Husband</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/9-8.htm">Lack</a> <a href="/isaiah/3-9.htm">Measure</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-20.htm">Need</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-16.htm">Profit</a> <a href="/isaiah/33-16.htm">Safely</a> <a href="/songs/2-15.htm">Spoil</a> <a href="/isaiah/8-17.htm">Trust</a> <a href="/isaiah/20-5.htm">Trusted</a> <a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Trusteth</a> <a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Trusts</a> <a href="/proverbs/31-30.htm">Value</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 /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF2 --> <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/31.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/31.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>The heart of her husband trusts in her</b><br>This phrase highlights the deep trust and confidence a husband places in his wife. In biblical times, trust within a marriage was crucial for the stability of the household. The heart, often seen as the seat of emotions and will, signifies a profound level of trust that goes beyond mere reliance. This trust is reflective of the covenant relationship seen in <a href="/genesis/2-24.htm">Genesis 2:24</a>, where husband and wife become one flesh. The trust here can be compared to the trust God desires from His people, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/3-5.htm">Proverbs 3:5</a>, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart." The virtuous woman is a type of the Church, the Bride of Christ, who is trusted by her Bridegroom, Jesus.<p><b>and he lacks nothing of value</b><br>This phrase suggests that the wife contributes significantly to the well-being and prosperity of the household. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, a wife's role was integral to the economic and social success of the family. Her industriousness and wisdom ensure that the household is well-provided for, echoing the blessings of a faithful life as described in <a href="/deuteronomy/28.htm">Deuteronomy 28:1-14</a>. The phrase also connects to the idea of spiritual riches, as seen in <a href="/matthew/6-19.htm">Matthew 6:19-21</a>, where true value is found in heavenly treasures. The provision and security she brings to her husband can be seen as a reflection of how Christ provides for His Church, ensuring that it lacks nothing of eternal value.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_virtuous_wife.htm">The Virtuous Wife</a></b><br>The subject of <a href="/bsb/proverbs/31.htm">Proverbs 31</a>, often referred to as the "Proverbs 31 Woman," is a model of godly womanhood and virtue. She is depicted as a wife whose character and actions bring honor and trust to her household.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_husband.htm">The Husband</a></b><br>The husband in this verse is portrayed as a man who places his full confidence in his wife. His trust in her is complete, indicating a deep bond of mutual respect and love.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/k/king_lemuel.htm">King Lemuel</a></b><br>The author of <a href="/bsb/proverbs/31.htm">Proverbs 31</a> is traditionally identified as King Lemuel, who shares the wisdom taught to him by his mother. This chapter is often seen as a mother's advice to her son on the qualities of a virtuous wife.<br><br>4. <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 family and household management were central to societal stability and prosperity.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_literature.htm">Wisdom Literature</a></b><br>Proverbs is part of the wisdom literature in the Bible, which includes teachings on how to live a life pleasing to God through practical and moral instruction.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/trust_as_a_foundation.htm">Trust as a Foundation</a></b><br>Trust is a cornerstone of a healthy marriage. The virtuous wife earns her husband's trust through her integrity, wisdom, and diligence. In a Christian marriage, both partners should strive to build and maintain trust.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/v/value_beyond_material_wealth.htm">Value Beyond Material Wealth</a></b><br>The phrase "he will lack nothing of value" suggests that the wife's contributions go beyond material wealth. Her character and actions provide spiritual and emotional richness to the household.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/m/mutual_respect_and_partnership.htm">Mutual Respect and Partnership</a></b><br>The relationship depicted in <a href="/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11</a> is one of mutual respect and partnership. Both husband and wife have roles that complement each other, reflecting God's design for marriage.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/role_of_women_in_the_household.htm">Role of Women in the Household</a></b><br>This verse highlights the significant role women play in the household. A virtuous woman is not only a support to her husband but also a leader in her own right, managing the home with wisdom and care.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/b/biblical_womanhood.htm">Biblical Womanhood</a></b><br>The qualities of the <a href="/bsb/proverbs/31.htm">Proverbs 31</a> woman serve as a model for biblical womanhood, encouraging women to pursue godliness, wisdom, and strength in their daily lives.<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/did_god_intend_it_for_good.htm">What does 'More Precious Than Rubies' mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_godly_wife.htm">What defines a godly wife?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_makes_a_virtuous_woman_a_crown.htm">What signifies a virtuous woman as her husband's crown?</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>(11) <span class= "bld">So that he shall have no need of spoil.--</span>Rather, <span class= "ital">shall have no lack of gain. </span>His incomings constantly increase from the prudent care of his wife.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/31.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 11.</span> - BETH. <span class="cmt_word">The heart of her husband cloth safely trust in her.</span> The husband of such a wife goes forth to his daily occupations, having full confidence in her whom he leaves at home, that she will act discreetly, and promote his interests while he is absent (see the contrast in <a href="/proverbs/7-20.htm">Proverbs 7:20</a>). <span class="cmt_word">So that he shall have no need of spoil;</span> rather, <span class="accented">he shall not lack gain</span> (<span class="accented">shalal</span>). The wife manages domestic concerns so well that her husband finds his honest gains increase, and sees his confidence profitably rewarded. Septuagint, "Such a woman shall want not fair spoils." It is obvious to see in this an adumbration of the Church winning souls from the power of the enemy, especially as <span class="accented">shalal</span> is used for an enemy's spoils (<a href="/psalms/68-12.htm">Psalm 68:12</a>; <a href="/isaiah/53-12.htm">Isaiah 53:12</a>; and elsewhere). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/31-11.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">The heart</span><br /><span class="heb">לֵ֣ב</span> <span class="translit">(lêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3820.htm">Strong's 3820: </a> </span><span class="str2">The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of her husband</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּעְלָ֑הּ</span> <span class="translit">(ba‘·lāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1167.htm">Strong's 1167: </a> </span><span class="str2">A master, a husband, owner</span><br /><br /><span class="word">trusts in her,</span><br /><span class="heb">בָּ֣טַח</span> <span class="translit">(bā·ṭaḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_982.htm">Strong's 982: </a> </span><span class="str2">To trust, be confident, sure</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and he will</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹ֣א</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">lack nothing</span><br /><span class="heb">יֶחְסָֽר׃</span> <span class="translit">(yeḥ·sār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2637.htm">Strong's 2637: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lack, need, be lacking, decrease</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of value.</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֝שָׁלָ֗ל</span> <span class="translit">(wə·šā·lāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7998.htm">Strong's 7998: </a> </span><span class="str2">A prey, spoil, plunder, booty</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/31-11.htm">Proverbs 31:11 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/31-11.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 31:11 The heart of her husband trusts (Prov. 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