Proverbs 18:14-16

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹⁴ The strong spirit of a man sustains him in bodily pain or trouble, but a weak and broken spirit who can raise up or bear?

¹⁵ The mind of the prudent is ever getting knowledge, and the ear of the wise is ever seeking (inquiring for and craving) knowledge.

¹⁶ A man’s gift makes room for him and brings him before great men.^(A)