Proverbs 12:4 A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband: but she that makes ashamed is as rottenness in his bones. 

‘Virtuous’ [Hebrew: chayil] strength of mind or body (Rth. 3:11; Pro. 12:4; 31:10, 29). A morally strong woman is a crown to her husband, but the morally weak contracts and transmits destructive diseases.

‘Crown’ [Hebrew: ‛atarah] is used here as an emblem of honour (cp. Est. 8:15; Job 19:9; Pro. 4:9; 14:24; 16:31; 17:6; Isa. 28:1-5; 62:3). Ten crowns are mentioned in Scripture: Crown of honour (12:4; 17:6; Est. 8:15; Job 19:9). Crown of kings (2Sam. 12:30; Est. 1:11; 2:17; Rev. 19:12-16). High Priest’s crown (Ex. 29:6). Crown of pride (Isa. 28:1-5). Crown of thorns (Matt. 27:29; Mark 15:17; John 19:2-5). Crown of glory (1Pet. 5:4; Pro. 4:9; 16:31; Isa. 62:3). Crown of righteousness (2Tim. 4:8). Crown of life (Jas. 1:12; Rev. 2:10). Corruptible crown (1Cor. 9:25). Soul winner’s crown (1Thess. 2:19).

Thirty-one characteristics of a virtuous woman: Morally perfect (complete) (31:10); invaluable; trustworthy (31:11); inherently good and true (31:12); ingenious – proficient (31:13); thrifty – laborious (31:14); dutiful – considerate (31:15); versatile – judicious (31:16); tireless – healthy (31:17); joyful – efficient (31:18); watchful – cautious; thrifty – skilful (31:19); charitable – benevolent (31:20); generous – merciful; fearless – provident (31:21); clever at decorating – furnishing (31:22); refined in taste; respected – popular (31:23); industrious – prosperous (31:24); dependable – honest (31:25); confident – hopeful; wise – discreet (31:26); kind – understanding; prudent – practical (31:27); energetic – ever active; an ideal wife and mother (31:28); honoured by her family (31:27-28); excels in virtue (31:28); God-fearing – humble (31:30); deserving – successful (31:31); honoured by the public (31:31).