She lays her hands to the distaff,
and her hands hold the spindle.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Proverbs 31:19 in context
Proverbs 31:16–22
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She considers a field, and buys it.
With the fruit of her hands, she plants a vineyard.
17
She arms her waist with strength,
and makes her arms strong.
18
She perceives that her merchandise is profitable.
Her lamp doesn’t go out by night.
20
She opens her arms to the poor;
yes, she extends her hands to the needy.
21
She is not afraid of the snow for her household,
for all her household are clothed with scarlet.
22
She makes for herself carpets of tapestry.
Her clothing is fine linen and purple.
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