Proverbs 13:12
New International Version
12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,
but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.(A)
Proverbs 13:12
New American Standard Bible
12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,
But desire [a]fulfilled is a tree of life.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 13:12 Lit coming
Proverbs 13:12
New Living Translation
12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,
but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life.
Proverbs 13:12
The Message
12 Unrelenting disappointment leaves you heartsick,
but a sudden good break can turn life around.
Proverbs 13:12
King James Version
12 Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.
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