30 A tranquil heart is life to the body,(A)
but jealousy is rottenness to the bones.(B)

31 The one who oppresses the poor person insults his Maker,(C)
but one who is kind to the needy honors Him.(D)

32 The wicked one is thrown down by his own sin,(E)
but the righteous one has a refuge in his death.(F)

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30 A heart at peace gives life to the body,
    but envy rots the bones.(A)

31 Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker,(B)
    but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.(C)

32 When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down,(D)
    but even in death the righteous seek refuge in God.(E)

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