Proverbs 31:15 Meaning and Explanation
“She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →She rises early to provide food for her entire household, including her servants.
The Context of Proverbs 31:15
She rises early to provision her entire household with food.
What Does Proverbs 31:15 Mean?
Her rising 'while it is yet night' is not accidental but deliberate—she begins before others, establishing rhythm and ensuring needs are met. She provides not just for immediate family but 'a portion to her maidens,' her servants or daughters. Her care extends to all under her roof.
This early rising is a sign of her commitment and organizational capacity, not mere drudgery. She has planned what to provide, gathered materials (as verse 13 showed), and now executes. Her household—extended as it is—runs because she anticipates and provides.
Proverbs 31:15 in the Original Language
טָרַף (taraph), 'meat' or 'food' — prey or sustenance, suggesting she provides nourishment, possibly from hunting or procurement.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 31:15
What does Proverbs 31:15 mean?
She rises early to provide food for her entire household, including her servants.
What is the context of Proverbs 31:15?
She rises early to provision her entire household with food.