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Proverbs 16:21
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21 A wise person gets known for insight;
    gracious words add to one’s reputation.

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Proverbs 16:21
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21 The wise in heart are called discerning,
    and gracious words promote instruction.[a](A)

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  1. Proverbs 16:21 Or words make a person persuasive
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Proverbs 16:23
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23 They make a lot of sense, these wise folks;
    whenever they speak, their reputation increases.

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Proverbs 16:23
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23 The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent,(A)
    and their lips promote instruction.[a](B)

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