Proverbs 18:14
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?
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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?