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20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good, and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he.

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20 He that [a]giveth heed unto the word shall find good;
And whoso trusteth in Jehovah, happy is he.

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  1. Proverbs 16:20 Or, handleth a matter wisely

20 Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,[a](A)
    and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.(B)

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  1. Proverbs 16:20 Or whoever speaks prudently finds what is good

23 The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

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23 The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth,
And addeth learning to his lips.

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23 The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent,(A)
    and their lips promote instruction.[a](B)

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  1. Proverbs 16:23 Or prudent / and make their lips persuasive