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Proverbs 16:21
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21 The wise of heart is called discerning,
    and sweetness of speech (A)increases persuasiveness.

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Proverbs 16:21
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21 The (A)wise in heart will be called understanding,
And sweetness of [a]speech (B)increases [b]persuasiveness.

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  1. Proverbs 16:21 Lit lips
  2. Proverbs 16:21 Or learning
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Proverbs 16:21
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21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

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