29 He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty [1] of spirit exalteth folly.

30 A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.

Other Translations of Proverbs 14:29-30

New International Version

29 Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.

30 A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.

English Standard Version

29 Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.

30 A tranquilOr healing heart gives life to the flesh, but envyOr jealousy makes the bones rot.

The Message

29 Slowness to anger makes for deep understanding; a quick-tempered person stockpiles stupidity.

30 A sound mind makes for a robust body, but runaway emotions corrode the bones.

New King James Version

29 He who is slow to wrath has great understanding, But he who is impulsive exalts folly.

30 A sound heart is life to the body, But envy is rottenness to the bones.

New Living Translation

29 People with understanding control their anger; a hot temper shows great foolishness.

30 A peaceful heart leads to a healthy body; jealousy is like cancer in the bones.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:29-30

Commentary on Proverbs 14:29

(Read Proverbs 14:29)

A mild, patient man is one that learns of Christ, who is Wisdom itself. Unbridled passion is folly made known.

Commentary on Proverbs 14:30

(Read Proverbs 14:30)

An upright, contented, and benevolent mind, tends to health.