Proverbs 12:4
4 An excellent wife is the crown of her husband, but she who brings shame is like rottenness in his bones.
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4 An excellent wife is the crown of her husband, but she who brings shame is like 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.