Proverbs 12:4

Proverbs 12:4 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

4A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown,

but a disgraceful wife is like decay in his bones.

4An 12:4 Or virtuousexcellent wife is the crown of her husband,

But she who shames him is like rottenness in his bones.

4An excellent wife is the crown of her husband,

But she who shames him is like rottenness in his bones.

4A virtuous and excellent wife [worthy of honor] is the crown of her husband,

But she who shames him [with her foolishness] is like rottenness in his bones. [Prov 31:23; 1 Cor 11:7]

4A wife of noble character is her husband’s crown,

but she who causes shame is like decay in his bones.

4An excellent woman is her husband’s crown.

But a wife who brings shame is like sickness in his bones.