Q&A for How to Be a Virtuous Woman

Yes, of course. Carry yourself gracefully and look inward to find your greatest beauty. Instead of looking to physical appearance for beauty, consider your strength, intelligence, and grace.

Follow after God, and He will send one your way. You just have to be patient and wait for His timing. Making sure God is first, and allow Him to work in you life in ways that you would've never thought possible.

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Yes. Being in a relationship is not a prerequisite of being virtuous. As long as you're honest, hardworking, kind, etc., you can be virtuous.

You can still be virtuous and a feminist.

You do not have to submit to your man if you do not want to. You will still be virtuous.

Different cultures have valued different things in women at different times in history. For example, some societies emphasize beauty, whereas others emphasize modesty. Some European societies prized leisure in women, whereas many Indigenous North American societies prized the practical skills to contribute to the community. It all depends on which culture you're looking at, and the era you're looking at too.

There are various definitions of "a good man," so it's hard to answer that question here. Generally speaking, a woman can join or interact with a group that shares her values -- be it a church, mosque or synagogue, or some social organization. Surrounding herself with like-minded people will inevitably lead -- directly or indirectly -- to valuable opportunities. If you believe in the power of prayer, pray to be led to the right place at the right time.

There's reference to a good wife in Proverbs. You can look up many such verses simply by typing, "Virtuous woman verse" and find plenty of information straight from the scriptures. The Bible has always guided men and women to do good.

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