Proverbs 13:12
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick,
but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life.
Proverbs 13:12
Common English Bible
12 Hope delayed makes the heart sick;
longing fulfilled is a tree of life.
Proverbs 13:19
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
19 A desire realized is sweet to the soul,
but to turn away from evil is an abomination to fools.
Proverbs 13:19
Common English Bible
19 A desire fulfilled is pleasant,
but fools find deviating from evil disgusting.
Proverbs 15:30
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
30 The light of the eyes rejoices the heart,
and good news refreshes the body.
Proverbs 15:30
Common English Bible
30 Bright eyes give joy to the heart;
good news strengthens the bones.
Proverbs 17:22
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
22 A cheerful heart is a good medicine,
but a downcast spirit dries up the bones.(A)
Proverbs 17:22
Common English Bible
22 A joyful heart helps healing,
but a broken spirit dries up the bones.
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