Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Light in a messenger’s eyes brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. New Living Translation A cheerful look brings joy to the heart; good news makes for good health. English Standard Version The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, and good news refreshes the bones. Berean Standard Bible The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones. King James Bible The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and a good report maketh the bones fat. New King James Version The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, And a good report makes the bones healthy. New American Standard Bible Bright eyes gladden the heart; Good news refreshes the bones. NASB 1995 Bright eyes gladden the heart; Good news puts fat on the bones. NASB 1977 Bright eyes gladden the heart; Good news puts fat on the bones. Legacy Standard Bible Bright eyes gladden the heart; A good report puts fat on the bones. Amplified Bible The light of the eyes rejoices the hearts of others, And good news puts fat on the bones. Christian Standard Bible Bright eyes cheer the heart; good news strengthens the bones. Holman Christian Standard Bible Bright eyes cheer the heart; good news strengthens the bones. American Standard Version The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart; And good tidings make the bones fat. Contemporary English Version A friendly smile makes you happy, and good news makes you feel strong. English Revised Version The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart: and good tidings make the bones fat. GOD'S WORD® Translation A twinkle in the eye delights the heart. Good news refreshes the body. Good News Translation Smiling faces make you happy, and good news makes you feel better. International Standard Version Bright eyes encourage the heart; good news nourishes the body. Majority Standard Bible The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones. NET Bible A bright look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the body. New Heart English Bible The light of the eyes rejoices the heart. Good news gives health to the bones. Webster's Bible Translation The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart; and a good report maketh the bones fat. World English Bible The light of the eyes rejoices the heart. Good news gives health to the bones. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionThe light of the eyes makes the heart glad, "" A good report makes the bone fat. Young's Literal Translation The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart, A good report maketh fat the bone. Smith's Literal Translation From the light of the eyes the heart will rejoice: and a good report will fatten the bones. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe light of the eyes rejoiceth the soul: a good name maketh the bones fat. Catholic Public Domain Version The light of the eyes rejoices the soul. A good reputation fattens the bones. New American Bible A cheerful glance brings joy to the heart; good news invigorates the bones. New Revised Standard Version The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, and good news refreshes the body. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe light of the eyes rejoices the heart, and a good heart makes the bones fat. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The light of the eyes gladdens the heart, and the good heart fattens the bones. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart; And a good report maketh the bones fat.The eye that sees rightly rejoices the heart; and a good report fattens the bones. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context A Gentle Answer Turns Away Wrath…29The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous. 30The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones. 31He who listens to life-giving reproof will dwell among the wise.… Cross References Proverbs 16:24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. Proverbs 25:25 Like cold water to a weary soul is good news from a distant land. Proverbs 17:22 A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 13:9 The light of the righteous shines brightly, but the lamp of the wicked is extinguished. Isaiah 52:7 How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!” Isaiah 61:1-3 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is on Me, because the LORD has anointed Me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and freedom to the prisoners, / to proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of our God’s vengeance, to comfort all who mourn, / to console the mourners in Zion—to give them a crown of beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, and a garment of praise for a spirit of despair. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified. Psalm 19:8 The precepts of the LORD are right, bringing joy to the heart; the commandments of the LORD are radiant, giving light to the eyes. Psalm 97:11 Light shines on the righteous, gladness on the upright in heart. Psalm 119:130 The unfolding of Your words gives light; it informs the simple. Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Numbers 6:24-26 ‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; / may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; / may the LORD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace.’ Matthew 5:14-16 You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. / In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 6:22-23 The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are good, your whole body will be full of light. / But if your eyes are bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is that darkness! Luke 11:34-36 Your eye is the lamp of your body. When your eyes are good, your whole body also is full of light. But when they are bad, your body is full of darkness. / Be careful, then, that the light within you is not darkness. / So if your whole body is full of light, with no part of it in darkness, you will be radiant, as though a lamp were shining on you.” John 8:12 Once again, Jesus spoke to the people and said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.” Treasury of Scripture The light of the eyes rejoices the heart: and a good report makes the bones fat. light Proverbs 13:9 The light of the righteous rejoiceth: but the lamp of the wicked shall be put out. Ezra 9:8 And now for a little space grace hath been shewed from the LORD our God, to leave us a remnant to escape, and to give us a nail in his holy place, that our God may lighten our eyes, and give us a little reviving in our bondage. Ecclesiastes 11:7 Truly the light is sweet, and a pleasant thing it is for the eyes to behold the sun: a good Proverbs 17:22 A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. Proverbs 25:25 As cold waters to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country. Psalm 89:15 Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: they shall walk, O LORD, in the light of thy countenance. the bones Proverbs 3:8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. Isaiah 58:11 And the LORD shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not. Jump to Previous Bone Bones Bright Cheerful Enlighteneth Eyes Fat Gives Gladden Good Health Heart Joy Light Makes Maketh News Puts Refreshes Rejoices Rejoiceth Report TidingsJump to Next Bone Bones Bright Cheerful Enlighteneth Eyes Fat Gives Gladden Good Health Heart Joy Light Makes Maketh News Puts Refreshes Rejoices Rejoiceth Report TidingsProverbs 15 1. A gentle answer turns away wrathThe light of the eyes cheers the heart This phrase suggests the impact of a joyful or positive outlook on one's emotional state. In biblical times, "light" often symbolized purity, truth, and divine presence. The "light of the eyes" can be understood as a metaphor for clarity, understanding, or a positive demeanor. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, the eyes were considered windows to the soul, reflecting one's inner state. This aligns with other scriptures, such as Matthew 6:22-23, where Jesus speaks of the eye as the lamp of the body, indicating that a healthy eye leads to a body full of light. The idea that a positive outlook can uplift the heart is consistent with the biblical theme that joy and hope are integral to spiritual well-being. and good news nourishes the bones Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs often provide practical guidance for living a life that honors God. 2. Ancient Israel The cultural and historical context of Proverbs is ancient Israel, where wisdom literature was a key component of teaching and moral instruction. 3. The Heart In Hebrew thought, the heart is the center of one's being, encompassing emotions, will, and intellect. It is often referenced in Proverbs as the seat of moral and spiritual life. 4. The Eyes Symbolically, the eyes represent perception and understanding. In this verse, they are associated with bringing joy and enlightenment. 5. Good News In the context of Proverbs, good news can refer to any positive, uplifting message that brings encouragement and strength to the listener. Teaching Points The Power of PerceptionOur perception can greatly influence our emotional and spiritual well-being. By focusing on the positive and seeking understanding, we can bring joy to our hearts. The Impact of Good News Sharing and receiving good news can have a profound effect on our physical and spiritual health. As believers, we should strive to be bearers of good news to others. The Connection Between Joy and Health A joyful heart is not only spiritually beneficial but also contributes to our physical health. Cultivating joy through gratitude and positive relationships is essential. Encouragement in Community Being part of a community that shares uplifting and encouraging news can strengthen our faith and nourish our souls. The Role of Wisdom in Daily Life Applying the wisdom of Proverbs in our daily interactions can lead to a more fulfilling and God-honoring life.(30) The light of the eyes . . .--It does the heart good to see one whose eyes are sparkling with happiness. A good report.--Good news, affecting either oneself or others. Verse 30. - The light of the eyes rejoiceth the heart (Proverbs 16:15). The beaming glance that shows a pure, happy mind and a friendly disposition, rejoices the heart of him on whom it is turned. There is something infectious in the guileless, joyful look of a happy man or child, which has a cheering effect upon those who observe it. The LXX. makes the sentiment altogether personal: "The eye that seeth what is good rejoiceth the heart." A good report (good tidings) maketh the bones fat; strengthens them and gives them health (comp. Proverbs 3:8; Proverbs 16:24). Sight and hearing are compared in the two clauses, "bones" in the latter taking the place of "heart" in the former. The happy look and good news alike cause joy of heart.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew The lightמְֽאוֹר־ (mə·’ō·wr-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3974: A luminous body, luminary, light, brightness, cheerfulness, a chandelier of the eyes עֵ֭ינַיִם (‘ê·na·yim) Noun - cd Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain cheers יְשַׂמַּֽח־ (yə·śam·maḥ-) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8055: To brighten up, be, blithe, gleesome the heart, לֵ֑ב (lêḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre [and] good ט֝וֹבָ֗ה (ṭō·w·ḇāh) Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 2896: Pleasant, agreeable, good news שְׁמוּעָ֥ה (šə·mū·‘āh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 8052: Something heard, an announcement nourishes תְּדַשֶּׁן־ (tə·ḏaš·šen-) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 1878: To be fat, to fatten, to anoint, to satisfy, to remove, ashes the bones. עָֽצֶם׃ (‘ā·ṣem) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6106: A bone, the body, the substance, selfsame Links Proverbs 15:30 NIVProverbs 15:30 NLT Proverbs 15:30 ESV Proverbs 15:30 NASB Proverbs 15:30 KJV Proverbs 15:30 BibleApps.com Proverbs 15:30 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 15:30 Chinese Bible Proverbs 15:30 French Bible Proverbs 15:30 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 15:30 The light of the eyes rejoices (Prov. 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