Proverbs 11:16

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Summary

Proverbs 11:16

A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong men retain riches.

Gracious

And

Luke 11:21

Bible References

Gracious

Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting,
but a woman who fears the Lord will be praised.

Then David said to Abigail, “Praise to the Lord God of Israel, who sent you to meet me today!

a wise woman called out from the city, “Listen! Listen! Please tell Joab to come here and let me speak with him.”

But when the matter was brought before the king, he commanded by letter that the evil plan Haman had devised against the Jews return on his own head and that he should be hanged with his sons on the gallows.

I assure you: Wherever this gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what this woman has done will also be told in memory of her.”

Joanna the wife of Chuza, Herod’s steward; Susanna; and many others who were supporting them from their possessions.

but one thing is necessary. Mary has made the right choice, and it will not be taken away from her.”

He also saw a poor widow dropping in two tiny coins.

So Peter got up and went with them. When he arrived, they led him to the room upstairs. And all the widows approached him, weeping and showing him the robes and clothes that Dorcas had made while she was with them.

A woman named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth from the city of Thyatira, who worshiped God, was listening. The Lord opened her heart to pay attention to what was spoken by Paul.

So you should welcome her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints and assist her in whatever matter she may require your help. For indeed she has been a benefactor of many—and of me also.

The Elder:

To the elect lady and her children: I love all of you in the truth—and not only I, but also all who have come to know the truth—

And

When a strong man, fully armed, guards his estate, his possessions are secure.