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Do not be wise in your own eyes;
Fear the Lord [with reverent awe and obedience] and turn [entirely] away from evil.(A)

It will be health to your body [your marrow, your nerves, your sinews, your muscles—all your inner parts]
And refreshment (physical well-being) to your bones.

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29 
The way of the Lord is a stronghold to the upright,
But it is ruin to those who do evil.

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When the wicked man dies, his expectation will perish;
And the hope of [godless] strong men perishes.

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22 
A happy heart is good medicine and a joyful mind causes healing,
But a broken spirit dries up the bones.(A)

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10 
The name of the Lord is a strong tower;
The righteous runs to it and is safe and set on high [far above evil].
11 
The rich man’s wealth is his strong city,
And like a high wall [of protection] in his own imagination and conceit.

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29 
The glory of young men is their [physical] strength,
And the honor of aged men is their gray head [representing wisdom and experience].

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22 
A wise man scales the city [walls] of the mighty
And brings down the stronghold in which they trust.

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Through [skillful and godly] wisdom a house [a life, a home, a family] is built,
And by understanding it is established [on a sound and good foundation],

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A wise man is strong,
And a man of knowledge strengthens his power;(A)

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10 
If you are slack (careless) in the day of distress,
Your strength is limited.

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25 
The ants are not a strong people,
Yet they prepare their food in the summer;(A)

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17 
She equips herself with strength [spiritual, mental, and physical fitness for her God-given task]
And makes her arms strong.

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25 
Strength and dignity are her clothing and her position is strong and secure;
And she smiles at the future [knowing that she and her family are prepared].

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