First ReadingProverbs 31:10-13, 19-20, 30-31
From the Book of Proverbs
10Who can find a worthy woman?For her value is far above rubies.11The heart of her husband trusts in her.He shall have no lack of gain.12She does him good, and not harm,all the days of her life.13She seeks wool and flax,and works eagerly with her hands. verses 14–18 are not read19She lays her hands to the distaff,and her hands hold the spindle.20She opens her arms to the poor;yes, she extends her hands to the needy. verses 21–29 are not read30Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain;but a woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised.31Give her of the fruit of her hands!Let her works praise her in the gates!