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Proverbs 31:29

Proverbs 31:30-1964 bbe — Fair looks are a deceit, and a beautiful form is of no value; but a woman who has the fear of the Lord is to be praised…

Bible in Basic English

30

Fair looks are a deceit, and a beautiful form is of no value; but a woman who has the fear of the Lord is to be praised.

31

Give her credit for what her hands have made: let her be praised by her works in the public place.

— Proverbs 31:30-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Proverbs 31 — Context

27

She gives attention to the ways of her family, she does not take her food without working for it.

28

Her children get up and give her honour, and her husband gives her praise, saying,

29

Unnumbered women have done well, but you are better than all of them.

30

Fair looks are a deceit, and a beautiful form is of no value; but a woman who has the fear of the Lord is to be praised.

31

Give her credit for what her hands have made: let her be praised by her works in the public place.

Proverbs 31:30-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 31:30-1964 say?
Proverbs 31:30-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Fair looks are a deceit, and a beautiful form is of no value; but a woman who has the fear of the Lord is to be praised. Give her credit for what her hands have made: let her be praised by her works in the public place.”
Where is Proverbs 31:30-1964 in the Bible?
Proverbs 31:30-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 31, verses 30–1964.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 31:30-1964.
What translation should I read Proverbs 31:30-1964 in?
Proverbs 31:30-1964 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 31:30-1964?
Proverbs 31:30-1964 reads (BBE): “Fair looks are a deceit, and a beautiful form is of no value; but a woman who has the fear of the Lord is to be praised. Give her credit for what her hands have made: let her be praised by her works in the public place.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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