In this portrayal, what is said about the value of a virtuous woman?

• A. Far above rubies
• B. Worth less than gold
• C. Worth a few coins
• D. Worthy of a king's council

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is the immense value placed on a virtuous woman in this biblical portrayal. The phrase used to describe her worth is that she is far above rubies. Rubies symbolize rare, precious treasure, so saying someone is far above them means her value is incomparable and priceless, far beyond any material wealth.

In the larger context, Proverbs 31 presents a virtuous woman as diligent, wise, and fearfully God-minded, whose worth isn’t measured by coins or rank but by character and virtue. The expression far above rubies captures that idea succinctly.

Other options don’t fit because they reduce her value to lesser measures—worth less than gold or a few coins—whereas the text intentionally elevates her above even precious gemstones. Likewise, being worthy of a king’s council isn’t the described measure of her value.