Proverbs 14:30

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A tranquil heart is life to the body, but envy rots the bones.

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

The life of the body is a heart at peace, but envy rots the bones.

World English Bible (WEB)

A sound{H4832} heart{H3820} is the life{H2416} of the flesh{H1320}: but envy{H7068} the rottenness{H7538} of the bones{H6106}.

Strong's King James

A tranquil heart is body's life, And jealousy rottens bones.

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The F.O.G Paraphrase

A healed heart is life to the flesh, And rottenness to the bones is envy.

Young's Literal Translation

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