^{10 Ref} Who can find a worthy woman? For her price is far above rubies.

^{11 Ref} The heart of her husband trusts in her. He shall have no lack of gain.

^{12 Ref} She does him good, and not harm, All the days of her life.

^{13 Ref} She seeks wool and flax, And works eagerly with her hands.

^{14 Ref} She is like the merchant ships. She brings her bread from afar.

^{15 Ref} She rises also while it is yet night, Gives food to her household, And portions for her servant girls.

^{16 Ref} She considers a field, and buys it. With the fruit of her hands, she plants a vineyard.

^{17 Ref} She girds her loins with strength, And makes her arms strong.

^{18 Ref} She perceives that her merchandise is profitable. Her lamp doesn't go out by night.

^{19 Ref} She lays her hands to the distaff, And her hands hold the spindle.

^{20 Ref} She opens her arms to the poor; Yes, she extends her hands to the needy.

^{21 Ref} She is not afraid of the snow for her household; For all her household are clothed with scarlet.