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Proverbs 16:22-24
Modern English Version
Proverbs 16:22-24
Modern English Version
22 Understanding is a wellspring of life to him who has it,
but the instruction of fools is folly.
23 The heart of the wise teaches his mouth,
and adds learning to his lips.
24 Pleasant words are as a honeycomb,
sweet to the soul and health to the bones.
Proverbs 16:22-24
New International Version
Proverbs 16:22-24
New International Version
22 Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent,(A)
but folly brings punishment to fools.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 16:23 Or prudent / and make their lips persuasive
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