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

¹⁸ The words of the reckless pierce like swords,^(A)
    but the tongue of the wise brings healing.^(B)

²² for they are life to those who find them
    and health to one’s whole body.^(A)

¹¹ Like apples^[a] of gold in settings of silver^(A)
    is a ruling rightly given.
¹² Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold
    is the rebuke of a wise judge to a listening ear.^(B)

⁸ This will bring health to your body^(A)
    and nourishment to your bones.^(B)

⁹ Perfume^(A) and incense bring joy to the heart,
    and the pleasantness of a friend
    springs from their heartfelt advice.