Proverbs 13:12

Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but when longing is fulfilled, it is a tree of life.

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Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but when longing is fulfilled, it is a tree of life.

BSB

Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but desire fulfilled is a tree of life.

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Hope deferred maketh the heart sick: but when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.

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Hope deferred maketh the heart sick; But when the desire cometh, it is a tree of life.

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Hope put off is a weariness to the heart; but when what is desired comes, it is a tree of life.

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Matthew Henry · Verse 12

The delay of what is anxiously hoped for, is very painful to the mind; obtaining it is very pleasant. But spiritual blessings are chiefly intended.

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