A Valiant Wife Is a Gift From God

Ben Sira 28:1

Curated by Arthur·Told by Maggid·March 24, 2026

A valiant wife is satisfying to her husband; and he will spend the years of his life in joys.

A good wife is a good gift, given to the lap of those who revere God.

Do not suffer from tomorrow’s trouble, as you do not know what a day will bring.

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