Proverbs 14:30
30 A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
Other Translations of Proverbs 14:30
King James Version
30 A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.
English Standard Version
30 A tranquil
The Message
30 A sound mind makes for a robust body, but runaway emotions corrode the bones.
New King James Version
30 A sound heart is life to the body, But envy is rottenness to the bones.
New Living Translation
30 A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body; jealousy is like cancer in the bones.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:30
Commentary on Proverbs 14:30
(Read Proverbs 14:30)
An upright, contented, and benevolent mind, tends to health.