Translation
rather that of the hidden man of the heart, the imperishable [things] of a gentle and quiet spirit
Go to footnote numberwhich is of great value before THEOS.
Go to footnote numberParaphrase
rather the qualities of the inner person found in the heart, the undying benefits of a person that does not argue, criticize or condemn but remains quiet and positive; THE CREATOR AND OWNER OF ALL THINGS considers these qualities precious.
Footnotes
1
This is the same word Paul used in I Timothy 2:11, which I translate as “calm tranquility.” It is more than simple silence because it includes a positive attitude. In fact, the making of sound is not the point, rather it is the attitude of the heart that is in view.
2
Here the Greek uses a different form of this common name for God because the grammatical structure of the sentence requires it. However, the different form does not change the meaning of the name and I have left it in the form you are familiar with so no one would think that there has been a change in meaning.