1Palabras del rey Lemuel; la profecía con que le enseñó su madre.
2¿Qué, hijo mío? ¿y qué, hijo de mi vientre? ¿Y qué, hijo de mis deseos?
3No des a las mujeres tu fuerza, Ni tus caminos a lo que destruye a los reyes.
4No es de los reyes, oh Lemuel, no es de los reyes beber vino, Ni de los príncipes la sidra;
5No sea que bebiendo olviden la ley, Y perviertan el derecho de todos los afligidos.
6Dad la sidra al desfallecido, Y el vino a los de amargado ánimo.
7Beban, y olvídense de su necesidad, Y de su miseria no se acuerden más.
8Abre tu boca por el mudo En el juicio de todos los desvalidos.
9Abre tu boca, juzga con justicia, Y defiende la causa del pobre y del menesteroso.
10Mujer virtuosa, ¿quién la hallará? Porque su estima sobrepasa largamente a la de las piedras preciosas.
11El corazón de su marido está en ella confiado, Y no carecerá de ganancias.
12Le da ella bien y no mal Todos los días de su vida.
13Busca lana y lino, Y con voluntad trabaja con sus manos.
14Es como nave de mercader; Trae su pan de lejos.
15Se levanta aun de noche Y da comida a su familia Y ración a sus criadas.
16Considera la heredad, y la compra, Y planta viña del fruto de sus manos.
17Ciñe de fuerza sus lomos, Y esfuerza sus brazos.
18Ve que van bien sus negocios; Su lámpara no se apaga de noche.
19Aplica su mano al huso, Y sus manos a la rueca.
20Alarga su mano al pobre, Y extiende sus manos al menesteroso.
21No tiene temor de la nieve por su familia, Porque toda su familia está vestida de ropas dobles.
22Ella se hace tapices; De lino fino y púrpura es su vestido.
23Su marido es conocido en las puertas, Cuando se sienta con los ancianos de la tierra.
24Hace telas, y vende, Y da cintas al mercader.
25Fuerza y honor son su vestidura; Y se ríe de lo por venir.
26Abre su boca con sabiduría, Y la ley de clemencia está en su lengua.
27Considera los caminos de su casa, Y no come el pan de balde.
28Se levantan sus hijos y la llaman bienaventurada; Y su marido también la alaba:
29Muchas mujeres hicieron el bien; Mas tú sobrepasas a todas.
30Engañosa es la gracia, y vana la hermosura; La mujer que teme a Jehová, esa será alabada.
31Dadle del fruto de sus manos, Y alábenla en las puertas sus hechos.
JAMIESON-FAUSSET-BROWN BIBLE COMMENTARY
I
Versículo 2
I. What, my son?--that is, What shall I say? Repetitions denote earnestness.
What, my son?--that is, What shall I say? Repetitions denote earnestness.
son of my womb--as our phrase, "my own son," a term of special affection.
son of my vows--as one dedicated to God; so the word "Lemuel" may mean.
II
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II. Succinct but solemn warnings against vices to which kings are peculiarly tempted, as carnal pleas…
Succinct but solemn warnings against vices to which kings are peculiarly tempted, as carnal pleasures and oppressive and unrighteous government are used to sustain sensual indulgence.
strength--mental and bodily resources for health and comfort.
thy ways--or course of life.
to that . . . kings--literally, "to the destroying of kings," avoid destructive pleasures (compare Pro 5:9; Pro 7:22, Pro 7:27; Hos 4:11).
III
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III. Stimulants enfeeble reason, pervert the heart, and do not suit rulers, who need clear and steady …
Stimulants enfeeble reason, pervert the heart, and do not suit rulers, who need clear and steady minds, and well-governed affections (compare Pro 20:1; Pro 22:29).
pervert . . . afflicted--They give unrighteous decisions against the poor.
IV
Versículo 6
IV. The proper use of such drinks is to restore tone to feeble bodies and depressed minds (compare Ps…
The proper use of such drinks is to restore tone to feeble bodies and depressed minds (compare Psa 104:15).
V
Versículo 8
V. Open . . . cause--Plead for those who cannot plead for themselves, as the orphan, stranger, &c. (…
Open . . . cause--Plead for those who cannot plead for themselves, as the orphan, stranger, &c. (compare Psa 72:12; Isa 1:17).
appointed to destruction--who are otherwise ruined by their oppressors (compare Pro 29:14, Pro 29:16).
VI
Versículo 10
VI. This exquisite picture of a truly lovely wife is conceived and drawn in accordance with the custo…
This exquisite picture of a truly lovely wife is conceived and drawn in accordance with the customs of Eastern nations, but its moral teachings suit all climes. In Hebrew the verses begin with the letters of the Hebrew alphabet in order (compare Introduction to Poetical Books).
Who . . . woman--The question implies that such are rare, though not entirely wanting (compare Pro 18:22; Pro 19:14).
virtuous--literally, "of strength," that is, moral courage (compare Pro 12:4; Rut 3:11).
her price, &c.--(compare Pro 3:15).
VII
Versículo 11
VII. heart . . . trust in her--He relies on her prudence and skill.
heart . . . trust in her--He relies on her prudence and skill.
no need of spoil--does not lack profit or gain, especially, that obtained by the risk of war.
VIII
Versículo 12
VIII. do . . . good--contribute good to him.
do . . . good--contribute good to him.
IX
Versículo 13
IX. Ancient women of rank thus wrought with their hands; and such, indeed, were the customs of Wester…
Ancient women of rank thus wrought with their hands; and such, indeed, were the customs of Western women a few centuries since. In the East also, the fabrics were articles of merchandise.
X
Versículo 15
X. She diligently attends to expending as well as gathering wealth;
She diligently attends to expending as well as gathering wealth;
XI
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XI. and hence has means to purchase property.
and hence has means to purchase property.
XII
Versículo 17
XII. To energy she adds a watchfulness in bargains, and a protracted and painful industry. The last cl…
To energy she adds a watchfulness in bargains, and a protracted and painful industry. The last clause may figuratively denote that her prosperity (compare Pro 24:20) is not short lived.
XIII
Versículo 19
XIII. No work, however mean, if honest, is disdained.
No work, however mean, if honest, is disdained.
XIV
Versículo 20
XIV. Industry enables her to be charitable.
Industry enables her to be charitable.
XV
Versículo 21
XV. scarlet--or, "purple," by reason of the dyes used, the best fabrics; as a matter of taste also; t…
scarlet--or, "purple," by reason of the dyes used, the best fabrics; as a matter of taste also; the color suits cold.
16
Versículo 22
16. coverings of tapestry--or, "coverlets," that is, for beds.
coverings of tapestry--or, "coverlets," that is, for beds.
silk--or, "linen" (compare Exo 26:1; Exo 27:9)
and purple--that is, the most costly goods.
17
Versículo 23
17. in the gates--(compare Pro 22:22). His domestic comfort promotes his advancement in public dignity.
in the gates--(compare Pro 22:22). His domestic comfort promotes his advancement in public dignity.
18
Versículo 24
18. fine linen--or, "linen shirts," or the material for them.
fine linen--or, "linen shirts," or the material for them.
girdles--were often costly and highly valued (Sa2 18:11).
delivereth--or, "giveth as a present" or "to sell."
19
Versículo 25
19. Strength and honour--Strong and beautiful is her clothing; or, figuratively, for moral character,…
Strength and honour--Strong and beautiful is her clothing; or, figuratively, for moral character, vigorous and honorable.
shall rejoice . . . come--in confidence of certain maintenance.
20
Versículo 26
20. Her conversation is wise and gentle.
Her conversation is wise and gentle.
21
Versículo 27
21. (Compare Ti1 5:14; Tit 2:5). She adds to her example a wise management of those under her control.
(Compare Ti1 5:14; Tit 2:5). She adds to her example a wise management of those under her control.
22
Versículo 28
22. She is honored by those who best know her.
She is honored by those who best know her.
23
Versículo 29
23. The words are those of her husband, praising her.
The words are those of her husband, praising her.
virtuously--(Compare Pro 31:10).
24
Versículo 30
24. Favour--or, "Grace" of personal manner.
Favour--or, "Grace" of personal manner.
beauty--of face, or form (compare Pro 11:22). True piety alone commands permanent respect and affection (Pe1 3:3).
25
Versículo 31
25. The result of her labor is her best eulogy. Nothing can add to the simple beauty of this admirabl…
The result of her labor is her best eulogy. Nothing can add to the simple beauty of this admirable portrait. On the measure of its realization in the daughters of our own day rest untold results, in the domestic, and, therefore, the civil and religious, welfare of the people.
Next: Ecclesiastes Introduction
Antiguo Testamento
Proverbs — Capítulo 31
(Pro. 31:1-31) On the title of this, the sixth part of the book, see Introduction. prophecy--(See on Pro 30:1).
Texto — Reina-Valera 1960
1Palabras del rey Lemuel; la profecía con que le enseñó su madre.
2¿Qué, hijo mío? ¿y qué, hijo de mi vientre? ¿Y qué, hijo de mis deseos?
3No des a las mujeres tu fuerza, Ni tus caminos a lo que destruye a los reyes.
4No es de los reyes, oh Lemuel, no es de los reyes beber vino, Ni de los príncipes la sidra;
5No sea que bebiendo olviden la ley, Y perviertan el derecho de todos los afligidos.
6Dad la sidra al desfallecido, Y el vino a los de amargado ánimo.
7Beban, y olvídense de su necesidad, Y de su miseria no se acuerden más.
8Abre tu boca por el mudo En el juicio de todos los desvalidos.
9Abre tu boca, juzga con justicia, Y defiende la causa del pobre y del menesteroso.
10Mujer virtuosa, ¿quién la hallará? Porque su estima sobrepasa largamente a la de las piedras preciosas.
11El corazón de su marido está en ella confiado, Y no carecerá de ganancias.
12Le da ella bien y no mal Todos los días de su vida.
13Busca lana y lino, Y con voluntad trabaja con sus manos.
14Es como nave de mercader; Trae su pan de lejos.
15Se levanta aun de noche Y da comida a su familia Y ración a sus criadas.
16Considera la heredad, y la compra, Y planta viña del fruto de sus manos.
17Ciñe de fuerza sus lomos, Y esfuerza sus brazos.
18Ve que van bien sus negocios; Su lámpara no se apaga de noche.
19Aplica su mano al huso, Y sus manos a la rueca.
20Alarga su mano al pobre, Y extiende sus manos al menesteroso.
21No tiene temor de la nieve por su familia, Porque toda su familia está vestida de ropas dobles.
22Ella se hace tapices; De lino fino y púrpura es su vestido.
23Su marido es conocido en las puertas, Cuando se sienta con los ancianos de la tierra.
24Hace telas, y vende, Y da cintas al mercader.
25Fuerza y honor son su vestidura; Y se ríe de lo por venir.
26Abre su boca con sabiduría, Y la ley de clemencia está en su lengua.
27Considera los caminos de su casa, Y no come el pan de balde.
28Se levantan sus hijos y la llaman bienaventurada; Y su marido también la alaba:
29Muchas mujeres hicieron el bien; Mas tú sobrepasas a todas.
30Engañosa es la gracia, y vana la hermosura; La mujer que teme a Jehová, esa será alabada.
31Dadle del fruto de sus manos, Y alábenla en las puertas sus hechos.
JAMIESON-FAUSSET-BROWN BIBLE COMMENTARY
Versículo 2
I. What, my son?--that is, What shall I say? Repetitions denote earnestness.
Versículo 3
II. Succinct but solemn warnings against vices to which kings are peculiarly tempted, as carnal pleas…
Versículo 4
III. Stimulants enfeeble reason, pervert the heart, and do not suit rulers, who need clear and steady …
Versículo 6
IV. The proper use of such drinks is to restore tone to feeble bodies and depressed minds (compare Ps…
Versículo 8
V. Open . . . cause--Plead for those who cannot plead for themselves, as the orphan, stranger, &c. (…
Versículo 10
VI. This exquisite picture of a truly lovely wife is conceived and drawn in accordance with the custo…
Versículo 11
VII. heart . . . trust in her--He relies on her prudence and skill.
Versículo 12
VIII. do . . . good--contribute good to him.
Versículo 13
IX. Ancient women of rank thus wrought with their hands; and such, indeed, were the customs of Wester…
Versículo 15
X. She diligently attends to expending as well as gathering wealth;
Versículo 16
XI. and hence has means to purchase property.
Versículo 17
XII. To energy she adds a watchfulness in bargains, and a protracted and painful industry. The last cl…
Versículo 19
XIII. No work, however mean, if honest, is disdained.
Versículo 20
XIV. Industry enables her to be charitable.
Versículo 21
XV. scarlet--or, "purple," by reason of the dyes used, the best fabrics; as a matter of taste also; t…
Versículo 22
16. coverings of tapestry--or, "coverlets," that is, for beds.
Versículo 23
17. in the gates--(compare Pro 22:22). His domestic comfort promotes his advancement in public dignity.
Versículo 24
18. fine linen--or, "linen shirts," or the material for them.
Versículo 25
19. Strength and honour--Strong and beautiful is her clothing; or, figuratively, for moral character,…
Versículo 26
20. Her conversation is wise and gentle.
Versículo 27
21. (Compare Ti1 5:14; Tit 2:5). She adds to her example a wise management of those under her control.
Versículo 28
22. She is honored by those who best know her.
Versículo 29
23. The words are those of her husband, praising her.
Versículo 30
24. Favour--or, "Grace" of personal manner.
Versículo 31
25. The result of her labor is her best eulogy. Nothing can add to the simple beauty of this admirabl…