Proverbs 3:18
International Standard Version
18 She is a tree of life for those who embrace her,
and whoever clutches her tightly will be joyful.
Proverbs 8:32-36
International Standard Version
The Exhortation of Wisdom
32 “So listen to me, children!
Blessed are those who obey me.
33 Listen to instruction and be wise.
Don’t ignore it.
34 Blessed is the person who listens to me,
watching daily at my gates,
waiting at my doorways—
35 because those who find me find life
and gain favor from the Lord.
36 But whoever sins against me destroys himself;
everyone who hates me loves death.”
Proverbs 10:28
International Standard Version
28 What the righteous hope for brings joy,
but the expectation of the wicked dies.
Proverbs 12:25
International Standard Version
25 A person’s anxiety weighs down his heart,
but an appropriate word is encouraging.
Proverbs 15:13
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13 A happy heart enlightens the face,
but a sad heart reflects a broken spirit.
Proverbs 15:15
International Standard Version
15 The entire life[a] of the afflicted seems disastrous,
but a good heart feasts continuously.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 15:15 Lit. All the days
Proverbs 15:30
International Standard Version
Footnotes
- Proverbs 15:30 Or A cheerful look
- Proverbs 15:30 Lit. bones
Proverbs 16:20
International Standard Version
20 Whoever listens to a word of instruction prospers,
and anyone who trusts in the Lord is blessed.
Proverbs 17:22
International Standard Version
22 A joyful heart is good medicine,
but a broken spirit drains one’s strength.[a]
Footnotes
- Proverbs 17:22 Lit. spirit dries the bones
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