³¹ The mouth of the righteous brings forth wisdom,
    but the perverse tongue will be cut off.^(A)

¹³ On the lips of one who has understanding wisdom is found,
    but a rod is for the back of one who lacks sense.^(A)

²⁰ The tongue of the righteous is choice silver;
    the mind of the wicked is of little worth.^(A)
21 The lips of the righteous feed many,
    but fools die for lack of sense.

¹¹ The mouth of the righteous is a fountain of life,
    but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.^(A)

¹¹ But the king shall rejoice in God;
    all who swear by him shall exult,
    for the mouths of liars will be stopped.^(A)

¹⁸ Let the lying lips be stilled
    that speak insolently against the righteous
    with pride and contempt.^(A)