²⁰ The tongue of the righteous is pure silver;
the heart of the wicked is of little value.^(A)

²⁰ Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil,
but those who promote peace have joy.^(A)

¹³ A joyful heart makes a face cheerful,
but a sad heart produces a broken spirit.^(A)

¹⁵ All the days of the oppressed are miserable,
but a cheerful heart has a continual feast.

³⁰ Bright eyes cheer the heart;
good news strengthens^[a] the bones.^(A)

16 The reflections of the heart belong to mankind,
but the answer of the tongue is from the Lord.^(A)

² All a person’s ways seem right to him,
but the Lord weighs motives.^[a](B)

⁵ Everyone with a proud heart is detestable to the Lord;^(A)
be assured,^[a] he will not go unpunished.^(B)

²¹ Anyone with a wise heart is called discerning,
and pleasant speech^[a] increases learning.^(A)