Proverbs 14:13

Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 14:13

BSB
Even in laughter the heart may ache, and joy may end in sorrow.
AKJV
Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth is heaviness.
CPDV
Laughter shall be mingled with sorrow, and mourning occupies the limits of joy.
ERV
Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of mirth is heaviness.
NHEB
Even in laughter the heart may be sorrowful, and mirth may end in heaviness.
SMT
Also in laughter the heart shall have pain, and its latter state of joy, grief.

Commentary for Proverbs 14:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 14:13
Summary
Underlying sadness masks surface happiness
Event
Sorrow hidden beneath laughter
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom