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30 The light of the eyes rejoices the heart,
    and good news refreshes[a] the bones.
31 He whose ear heeds wholesome admonition
    will abide among the wise.
32 He who ignores instruction despises himself,
    but he who heeds admonition gains understanding.

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  1. Proverbs 15:30 Heb makes fat

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

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

32 Those who disregard discipline despise themselves,(C)
    but the one who heeds correction gains understanding.(D)

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