New American Standard Bible NAS
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30 A tranquil heart is life to the body, But passion is rottenness to the bones.
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A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
31 He who oppresses the poor taunts his Maker, But he who is gracious to the needy honors Him.
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Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
32 The wicked is thrust down by his wrongdoing, But the righteous has a refuge when he dies.
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When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.
33 Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, But in the hearts of fools it is made known.
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Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning and even among fools she lets herself be known.
34 Righteousness exalts a nation, But sin is a disgrace to any people.
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Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.
35 The king's favor is toward a servant who acts wisely, But his anger is toward him who acts shamefully.
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A king delights in a wise servant, but a shameful servant arouses his fury.
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