Proverbs 12:8
New Century Version
8 The wisdom of the wise wins praise,
but there is no respect for the stupid.
Proverbs 12:8
New Living Translation
8 A sensible person wins admiration,
but a warped mind is despised.
Proverbs 12:8
Contemporary English Version
8 Good sense is worthy of praise,
but stupidity is a curse.
Proverbs 12:8
The Message
8 A person who talks sense is honored;
airheads are held in contempt.
Proverbs 15:4
New Century Version
4 As a tree gives fruit, healing words give life,
but dishonest words crush the spirit.
Proverbs 15:4
New Living Translation
4 Gentle words are a tree of life;
a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.
Proverbs 15:4
Contemporary English Version
4 Kind words are good medicine,
but deceitful words
can really hurt.
Proverbs 15:4
The Message
4 Kind words heal and help;
cutting words wound and maim.
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