Proverbs 16:21

New International Version

²¹The wise in heart are called discerning,
and gracious words promote instruction.^[a]^(A)

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Proverbs 16:21 Or words make a person persuasive

Proverbs 16:21

King James Version

²¹The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

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Proverbs 16:21

English Standard Version

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

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Proverbs 16:21

New American Standard Bible

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

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Proverbs 16:21 Lit lips
Proverbs 16:21 Or learning

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