Proverbs 31:16
She considers a field and buys it; with the fruit of her hands she plants a vineyard.
In context
13 She seeks wool and flax, and works with willing hands.
14 She is like the ships of the merchant; she brings her food from afar. 15 She rises while it is yet night and provides food for her household and portions for her maidens. 16 She considers a field and buys it; with the fruit of her hands she plants a vineyard. 17 She dresses herself with strength and makes her arms strong.
18 She perceives that her merchandise is profitable. Her lamp does not go out at night. 19 She puts her hands to the distaff, and her hands hold the spindle.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 31:16 in the KJV
She considereth a field, and buyeth it: With the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 31:16 in the NIV
She considers a field and buys it; out of her earnings she plants a vineyard.