Proverbs 16:23-25

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²³From a wise mind comes careful and persuasive speech.

²⁴Kind words are like honey—enjoyable and healthful.

²⁵Before every man there lies a wide and pleasant road he thinks is right, but it ends in death.

Proverbs 16:23-25

New International Version

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

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

²⁵There is a way that appears to be right,^(E)
but in the end it leads to death.^(F)

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