Proverbs 31 is the 31st and final chapter of the Book of Proverbs in the Hebrew Bible or the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. Verses 1 to 9 present the advice which King Lemuel's mother gave to him, about how a just king should reign.
The book of Proverbs 31 describes the ideal characteristics of a righteous ruler, as outlined by King Lemuel's mother in verses 1-9. This chapter offers guidance on how a just king should govern.