Proverbs 12:16-18

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

¹⁶ Fools show their anger at once,
    but the prudent ignore an insult.
¹⁷ Whoever speaks the truth gives honest evidence,
    but a false witness speaks deceitfully.
¹⁸ Rash words are like sword thrusts,
    but the tongue of the wise brings healing.