Proverbs 14:28-30

Christian Standard Bible

²⁸ A large population is a king’s splendor,
but a shortage of people is a ruler’s devastation.

²⁹ A patient person shows great understanding,^(A)
but a quick-tempered one promotes foolishness.

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