The Message Bible MSG
New International Version NIV
30 A sound mind makes for a robust body, but runaway emotions corrode the bones.
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A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
31 You insult your Maker when you exploit the powerless; when you're kind to the poor, you honor God.
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Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
32 The evil of bad people leaves them out in the cold; the integrity of good people creates a safe place for living.
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When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.
33 Lady Wisdom is at home in an understanding heart - fools never even get to say hello.
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Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning and even among fools she lets herself be known.
34 God-devotion makes a country strong; God-avoidance leaves people weak.
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Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin condemns any people.
35 Diligent work gets a warm commendation; shiftless work earns an angry rebuke.
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A king delights in a wise servant, but a shameful servant arouses his fury.
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