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Proverbs 18:14
The spirit of a man upholdeth his infirmity: but a spirit that is easily angered, who can bear?
Proverbs 18:14 · Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner)
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Proverbs 18:14 in other translations
The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?
The spirit of a man can endure his sickness, but who can survive a broken spirit?
A man’s spirit will sustain him in sickness, but a crushed spirit, who can bear?
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In context
11 The substance of the rich man is the city of his strength, and as a strong wall compassing him about.
12 Before destruction, the heart of a man is exalted: and before he be glorified, it is humbled.
13 He that answereth before he heareth, sheweth himself to be a fool, and worthy of confusion.
14 The spirit of a man upholdeth his infirmity: but a spirit that is easily angered, who can bear?
15 A wise heart shall acquire knowledge: and the ear of the wise seeketh instruction.
16 A man's gift enlargeth his way, and maketh him room before princes.
17 The just is first accuser of himself: his friend cometh, and shall search him.
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