A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.
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Verse 22 is found in chapter 17 of Proverbs. These proverbs show the impact of family relationships and verbal conduct. A foolish son brings sorrow and bitterness, while a joyful heart functions like medicine. Bribery corrupts judgment, but discretion is recognized even in the one who remains silent. The conclusion turns prudent silence into an expression of intelligence: whoever controls his words may appear wise precisely because he does not speak unnecessarily.
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Compare Proverbs 17:22 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Ein fröhlich Herz macht das Leben lustig; aber ein betrübter Mut vertrocknet das Gebein.
El corazón alegre produce buena disposición: Mas el espíritu triste seca los huesos.
Un coeur joyeux est un bon remède, Mais un esprit abattu dessèche les os.
Il cuore allegro giova, come una medicina; Ma lo spirito afflitto secca le ossa
O coração alegre é como o bom remédio, mas o espírito abatido seca até os ossos.
喜樂的心能治好疾病; 憂傷的靈使骨頭枯乾。
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