Proverbs 12:16-18

English Standard Version

¹⁶^(A)The vexation of a fool is known at once,
    but the prudent ignores an insult.
¹⁷^(B)Whoever speaks^[a] the truth gives honest evidence,
    but ^(C)a false witness utters deceit.
¹⁸^(D)There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts,
    but the tongue of the wise brings ^(E)healing.

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Proverbs 12:17 Hebrew breathes out

Proverbs 12:16-18

New International Version

¹⁶Fools^(A) show their annoyance at once,^(B)
but the prudent overlook an insult.^(C)

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth,
but a false witness tells lies.^(D)

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

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