Proverbs 31:8-10

New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition

⁸Speak out for those who cannot speak,
for the rights of all the destitute.^[a]
⁹Speak out, judge righteously,
defend the rights of the poor and needy.

Ode to a Capable Wife

¹⁰A capable wife who can find?
She is far more precious than jewels.

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Proverbs 31:8 Heb all children of passing away

New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition (NRSVACE)

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