Friday!

Proverbs!

Who can find a wife of noble character? 

For her value is far more than rubies.

Proverbs 31:10 NET

Prov 31:10-31 is an acrostic poem with each  verse beginning with the next letter if the Hebrew alphabet.

So, it's clearly meant to be read and understood as a whole, it's a story on its own, a poem, so read the whole piece if you can.

Poems invite us in to something, want things to open up for us.

The poem starts with a question and an indication of value, a question about character.

Some versions translate "noble character" as competent, virtuous, excellent, but the word here is "chayil":

Chayil has a range of meanings including physical strength, moral valor, military might, and material wealth. It is often used to describe individuals of great capability or resources, whether in terms of physical prowess, moral integrity, or economic power. It is frequently associated with warriors, armies, and individuals of noble character or significant influence.

The concept of "chayil" was integral to the community's understanding of leadership and virtue

(Thanks Biblehub)

Our thesis is that Proverbs is about the heart - so this heart of "chayil", of strength, of moral character, it may take some finding, maybe it's buried under the expectations of others, fear, maybe it's been hurt before. 

Maybe it's time for that heart within to find the light...

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