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Proverbs 12:16-18
1599 Geneva Bible

16 A fool in a day shall be known by his anger: but he [a]that covereth shame, is wise.

17 He that speaketh truth, will show righteousness: but a false witness useth deceit.

18 (A)There is that speaketh words like the prickings of [b]a sword: but the tongue of wise men is health.

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  1. Proverbs 12:16 Which bridleth his affections.
  2. Proverbs 12:18 Which seek nothing more than to provoke others to anger.
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Proverbs 12:16-18
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16 Fools(A) show their annoyance at once,(B)
    but the prudent overlook an insult.(C)

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

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

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