But what is the point of coming up with a metaphorical interpretation of that section? It seems to me the passage works perfectly well as a description of a flesh and blood virtuous christian woman. I have to confess I can't seem the reason to speculate about an additional interpretation. There might off course me somethings we can learn about Lady Wisdom here, but I would think such an application would be very, very secondary. Note also that from verse one and two the hold chapter is supposed to be comprised to advice given to King Lemuel by his mother, which I would think supports a literal reading.

Edit: Posted at the same time as Rich.

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Mark
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