Proverbs 12:16-18

New International Reader's Version

¹⁶Foolish people are easily upset.
But wise people pay no attention to hurtful words.

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth.
But a dishonest witness tells lies.

¹⁸The words of thoughtless people cut like swords.
But the tongue of wise people brings healing.

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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