²¹ The wise of heart is called discerning,
    and sweetness of speech ^(A)increases persuasiveness.

^23 (A)The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious
    and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
^24 (B)Gracious words are like ^(C)a honeycomb,
    sweetness to the soul and ^(D)health to the body.

^7 (A)The lips of the wise spread knowledge;
    ^(B)not so the hearts of fools.^[a]

^9 (A)Oil and perfume make the heart glad,
    and the sweetness of a friend comes from his earnest counsel.^[a]