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The Joy of a Good Wife

26Happy is the husband of a good wife;
   the number of his days will be doubled.
² A loyal wife brings joy to her husband,
   and he will complete his years in peace.
³ A good wife is a great blessing;
   she will be granted among the blessings of the man who fears the Lord.
⁴ Whether rich or poor, his heart is content,
   and at all times his face is cheerful.
¹⁶ Like the sun rising in the heights of the Lord,
   so is the beauty of a good wife in her well-ordered home.
¹⁷ Like the shining lamp on the holy lampstand,
   so is a beautiful face on a stately figure.
¹⁸ Like golden pillars on silver bases,
   so are shapely legs and steadfast feet.

Other ancient authorities add verses 19-27: +a

¹⁹ My child, keep sound the bloom of your youth,
   and do not give your strength to strangers.
²⁰ Seek a fertile field within the whole plain,
   and sow it with your own seed, trusting in your fine stock.
²¹ So your offspring will prosper,
   and, having confidence in their good descent, will grow great.