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29 The Lord is far away from the wicked,
    but he hears the prayers of the righteous.

30 Bright eyes[a] encourage the heart;
    good news nourishes the body.[b]

31 Whoever listens to a life-giving rebuke
    will be at home among the wise.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 15:30 Or A cheerful look
  2. Proverbs 15:30 Lit. bones

29 The Lord is far from the wicked,
    but he hears the prayer of the righteous.(A)

30 Light in a messenger’s eyes brings joy to the heart,
    and good news gives health to the bones.(B)

31 Whoever heeds life-giving correction
    will be at home among the wise.(C)

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