Proverbs 15:13

A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 15:13

BSB
A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the heart crushes the spirit.
AKJV
A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.
CPDV
A rejoicing heart gladdens the face. But by the grief of the soul, the spirit is cast down.
ERV
A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of heart the spirit is broken.
NHEB
A glad heart makes a cheerful face; but an aching heart breaks the spirit.
SMT
A heart of joy will do the face good: and by pains of heart the spirit was dejected.

Commentary for Proverbs 15:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 15:13
Summary
Joy brightens outlook; sorrow breaks spirit
Event
Emotions reflected in countenance
Estimated Time Period
c. 970 BC
Category
Wisdom