Proverbs 18:14-16

Complete Jewish Bible

¹⁴ A person’s spirit can sustain him when ill,
    but a crushed spirit — who can bear it?

¹⁵ The mind of a person with discernment gets knowledge,
    and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.

¹⁶ A person’s gift clears his way
    and gives him access to the great.