She is nobler than the pearls of the king. She seeks wool and flax, and works eagerly with her hands. he is like a merchant’s ship, bringing her food from afar, and she cares for the field and for the vineyard. She girds her loins with strength and busies her arms.

Her diligence brings profit; her lamp does not go out at night. Strength and dignity are her garments; she does not eat her bread with laziness. Give her of the fruits of her hands, and praise her works at the gates, where her husband is sitting.