Old Testament · VERSE 13

Proverbs 15:13

King James Version

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

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Proverbs 15:13 in context

Proverbs 15:11

Hell and destruction are before the LORD: how much more then the hearts of the children of men?

Proverbs 15:12

A scorner loveth not one that reproveth him: neither will he go unto the wise.

Proverbs 15:13SELECTED VERSE

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

Proverbs 15:14

The heart of him that hath understanding seeketh knowledge: but the mouth of fools feedeth on foolishness.

Proverbs 15:15

All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast.

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