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Proverbs 16:22-24
New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

22 Wisdom is a fountain of life to one who has it,
    but folly is the punishment of fools.
23 The mind of the wise makes their speech judicious,
    and adds persuasiveness to their lips.
24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb,
    sweetness to the soul and health to the body.

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Proverbs 16:22-24
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22 Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent,(A)
    but folly brings punishment to fools.

23 The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent,(B)
    and their lips promote instruction.[a](C)

24 Gracious words are a honeycomb,(D)
    sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.(E)

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  1. Proverbs 16:23 Or prudent / and make their lips persuasive
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