4 A woman of worth is a crown to her husband; but she that maketh ashamed is as rottenness in his bones.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:4

Commentary on Proverbs 12:4

(Read Proverbs 12:4)

A wife who is pious, prudent, and looks well to the ways of her household, who makes conscience of her duty, and can bear crosses; such a one is an honour and comfort to her husband. She that is the reverse of this, preys upon him, and consumes him.