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Proverbs 18:14

American Standard Version

The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; But a broken spirit who can bear?

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Proverbs 18:14 in other translations

A man’s spirit will sustain him in sickness,
but a crushed spirit, who can bear?

Proverbs 18:14 · World English Bible

Proverbs 18:14 in context

  1. 12Before destruction the heart of man is haughty; And before honor goeth humility.
  2. 13He that giveth answer before he heareth, It is folly and shame unto him.
  3. 14The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; But a broken spirit who can bear?
  4. 15The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
  5. 16A man’s gift maketh room for him, And bringeth him before great men.