Proverbs 12:25
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
25 Worry weighs down the heart,
but a kind word gives it joy.(A)
Proverbs 17:22
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
22 A joyful heart is the health of the body,
but a depressed spirit dries up the bones.(A)
Ben Sira 30:22
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
22 Gladness of heart is the very life of a person,
and cheerfulness prolongs his days.
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