17She's keen to get ready, and works hard with her strong arms.
18She knows that the things she makes are valuable. She keeps busy—her lamp burns late into the night.
19She spins the thread and weaves the cloth.
20She's generous to the poor, and gives help to the needy.
21She doesn't worry if it snows, because her whole family has warm clothing.
22She makes herself bedspreads; she dresses in fine linen and purple clothes.
23Her husband is well-respected in the council at the town gates, where he sits with the town elders.
24She makes linen clothes for sale, and supplies merchants with belts.
25She's clothed with strength and dignity, and she is happy about the future.
26She speaks wise words, and she's kind when she gives instructions.
27She looks after the needs of her whole household, and she's never idle.
28Her children are quick to bless her. Her husband praises her too, saying,