30 The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones.
Proverbs 15:30
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Proverbs 25:24–26
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Proverbs 17:21–23
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Sirach 36:21–23
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Proverbs 16:23–25
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Proverbs 15:12–14
12 A mocker does not love to be reproved, nor will he consult the wise. 13 A joyful heart makes a cheerful countenance, but sorrow of the heart crushes the spirit. 14 A discerning heart seeks knowledge, but the mouth of a fool feeds on folly.
Psalms 97:10–12
10 Hate evil, O you who love the LORD! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them from the hand of the wicked. 11 Light shines on the righteous, gladness on the upright in heart. 12 Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous ones, and praise His holy name.
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