The Virtuous Woman
proverbs chapter 31 (free verse)15 total reviews
Comment from Sally Law
Beautiful poem of the virtuous woman of Proverbs 31. I have always aspired to be her since I read the verse at 16. In Christ, we have the means and spirit to gain godly virtues. Praise the Lord! Bless you for sharing, Patricia.
Sending you my best today as always.
Sal Xoxo
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2024
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Beautiful poem of the virtuous woman of Proverbs 31. I have always aspired to be her since I read the verse at 16. In Christ, we have the means and spirit to gain godly virtues. Praise the Lord! Bless you for sharing, Patricia.
Sending you my best today as always.
Sal Xoxo
Comment Written 02-Aug-2024
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2024
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It is always a pleasure to get such nice comments. Thank you.I will
Comment from Pamusart
Hi, Pat
This looks like a good entry for the contest. Good luck with that!
I like the way that Roy Owen copy scripture into the notes about the poems that he's writing according to scripture. I believe you would be doing your readers a favor if you did the same
Not everyone has studied the Bible in depth
This poem is in freeverse and has no set meter nor rhyming
It talls the virtues of a particular woman who seems to be perfect and every way
Here it does not make sense. This is improper English, and I can't tell what you're trying to say
Are you trying to say she's not spoiled or that she wants to spoil others?
It looks like it might mean she does not want to spoil others. Who are the others? I have no idea.
I think you should change it because it is a contest entry. You don't want to lose the contest because you have some inexplicable text in your poem.
"knowing with her, there'd be no spoil."
I enjoyed reading your poem
Good job. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2024
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Hi, Pat
This looks like a good entry for the contest. Good luck with that!
I like the way that Roy Owen copy scripture into the notes about the poems that he's writing according to scripture. I believe you would be doing your readers a favor if you did the same
Not everyone has studied the Bible in depth
This poem is in freeverse and has no set meter nor rhyming
It talls the virtues of a particular woman who seems to be perfect and every way
Here it does not make sense. This is improper English, and I can't tell what you're trying to say
Are you trying to say she's not spoiled or that she wants to spoil others?
It looks like it might mean she does not want to spoil others. Who are the others? I have no idea.
I think you should change it because it is a contest entry. You don't want to lose the contest because you have some inexplicable text in your poem.
"knowing with her, there'd be no spoil."
I enjoyed reading your poem
Good job. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 01-Aug-2024
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Thank you for such thoughtful and worthy comment. I appreciate it very much.
Comment from Patty Mazzurco
This poem beautifully captures the essence of a virtuous woman as described in Proverbs 31. The tone is respectful and admiring, highlighting the woman's virtues and her dedication to her family. The imagery of her work and her unwavering commitment to her household are well conveyed.
The poem's structure is clear and organized, with a strong narrative that emphasizes her attributes and the respect she garners. To enhance the impact, you might consider varying the sentence structure and incorporating more vivid language or metaphors. For example, instead of simply stating she was "resourceful," you might describe specific actions that demonstrate her resourcefulness.
Overall, it's a heartfelt tribute that effectively communicates admiration and respect for the qualities of this remarkable woman.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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This poem beautifully captures the essence of a virtuous woman as described in Proverbs 31. The tone is respectful and admiring, highlighting the woman's virtues and her dedication to her family. The imagery of her work and her unwavering commitment to her household are well conveyed.
The poem's structure is clear and organized, with a strong narrative that emphasizes her attributes and the respect she garners. To enhance the impact, you might consider varying the sentence structure and incorporating more vivid language or metaphors. For example, instead of simply stating she was "resourceful," you might describe specific actions that demonstrate her resourcefulness.
Overall, it's a heartfelt tribute that effectively communicates admiration and respect for the qualities of this remarkable woman.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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Thank you so very much for an excellent review. I appreciate it very much. Have a good weekend.
Comment from Mary Vigasin
Patricia, As I read this it reminded me of my Nana. As a widow, she raised 5 children on her own and had to provide for them.
This is beautifully written and shows how much society has lost.
Mary
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Patricia, As I read this it reminded me of my Nana. As a widow, she raised 5 children on her own and had to provide for them.
This is beautifully written and shows how much society has lost.
Mary
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Thank you so much for your nice review. It is always a pleasure to receive comments like this.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
In today's society Proverbs 31 is pretty much forgotten. But it has a lot of important messages to us females. I am pretty sure our society would be much better if women followed this guidance. Thank you for sharing this example set for us Good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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In today's society Proverbs 31 is pretty much forgotten. But it has a lot of important messages to us females. I am pretty sure our society would be much better if women followed this guidance. Thank you for sharing this example set for us Good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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I am always grateful for such nice thank you so very much
Comment from fm wright
Beautifully taken from the scriptures. It is what every woman should try to imitate. I really like the photo you used to illustrate it. It is most unusual, but does portray your writing well.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Beautifully taken from the scriptures. It is what every woman should try to imitate. I really like the photo you used to illustrate it. It is most unusual, but does portray your writing well.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Thank you for taking the time to stop and read my poem and leaving such a nice nice review
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You're most graciously welcome.
Comment from AP Apgar
What an excellent poem and picture supporting- well written- a wonderful description of a woman- describing my Mother to a tee as I read the verse- an anchor in hard times during and after the war - leading us by example - how incredibly fortunate we were - thank you for reminding- Bless Alan
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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What an excellent poem and picture supporting- well written- a wonderful description of a woman- describing my Mother to a tee as I read the verse- an anchor in hard times during and after the war - leading us by example - how incredibly fortunate we were - thank you for reminding- Bless Alan
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Your reviews are always blessing to my heart. Thank you so much.
Comment from Nicole Schmidt
Being a very resourceful woman,
she sought things needed for her household.
She sounds like she was a great woman, smart too! I liked this entry alot!! Lots of very positive sentiment.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Being a very resourceful woman,
she sought things needed for her household.
She sounds like she was a great woman, smart too! I liked this entry alot!! Lots of very positive sentiment.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Thank you so much for your excellent review. I appreciate it.
Comment from Wendy G
A beautiful adaptation of this lovely proverb which shows how esteemed the role of womanhood is, and how productive. Women were hard-working but were satisfied, and praised. Well done.
Wendy
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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A beautiful adaptation of this lovely proverb which shows how esteemed the role of womanhood is, and how productive. Women were hard-working but were satisfied, and praised. Well done.
Wendy
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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With a heart full of gratitude, I wish to thank you for a very nice review.
Comment from juliaSjames
Dear Patricia
I know I never came close to this ideal and of course times have changed with regard to the roles of men and women. Nevertheless, I know many women of great virtue who ran their households and brought up their children often without the benefit of husbands or partners. And I admire the way my daughter in law is training her daughters. The thirteen year old is an honour student and a basketball player but she is able to make simple meals and bakes very well. Her younger sister is a crochet expert at age 11. They are both young fashionistas as well and I get my share of facials. Lol
Good luck in the contest!
Blessings, Julia
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Dear Patricia
I know I never came close to this ideal and of course times have changed with regard to the roles of men and women. Nevertheless, I know many women of great virtue who ran their households and brought up their children often without the benefit of husbands or partners. And I admire the way my daughter in law is training her daughters. The thirteen year old is an honour student and a basketball player but she is able to make simple meals and bakes very well. Her younger sister is a crochet expert at age 11. They are both young fashionistas as well and I get my share of facials. Lol
Good luck in the contest!
Blessings, Julia
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Thank you so very much for your kind review. I appreciate the story that you told me about your daughter-in-law raising her children without a husband. She sounds like she?s doing a really good job. My three daughters were all on the principles on a roll in high school when they were all three in the high school at the same time together, my oldest daughter was valedictorian of her high school When she graduated in a class of over 500 students so I?m pretty proud of all three of my girls. They are very wonderful young ladies. I would like to say take some credit for them being such wonderful young ladies, but I had a husband who helped me. I look great deal and he had great ideals as well and it made a difference for for them. I grew up in a home that was fighting all the time. My parents fought like cats and dogs, and I did not have much training in my home life, but it seemed as I was raising my children. God seem to be instructing me and how to be a good mother, even though I was not aware of the proverbs woman I was doing the things that she was doing. I never came close to that ideal but a lot of those things I did with my children.
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Dear Patricia
What a life you had. But if truth be known, many of us especially those of us who write, are what I might call ? trauma survivors?
I hope you enjoyed your birthday. Please accept my sincere wishes for health happiness and peace in the coming years.
Regarding my review, forgive me for causing confusion. Both my son and my daughter in law are careful in bringing up their children to be responsible at home and at school. The single parent women I mentioned belong to another generation.
Have a wonderful weekend
Blessings, Julia
