14 The human spirit can endure in sickness, but a crushed spirit who can bear?

Other Translations of Proverbs 18:14

King James Version

14 The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?

English Standard Version

14 A man's spirit will endure sickness, but a crushed spirit who can bear?

The Message

14 A healthy spirit conquers adversity, but what can you do when the spirit is crushed?

New King James Version

14 The spirit of a man will sustain him in sickness, But who can bear a broken spirit?

New Living Translation

14 The human spirit can endure a sick body, but who can bear a crushed spirit?

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 18:14

Commentary on Proverbs 18:14

(Read Proverbs 18:14)

Firmness of mind supports under many pains and trials. But when the conscience is tortured with remorse, no human fortitude can bear the misery; what then will hell be?