Proverbs 16:23-24
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The heart of the wise instructs his mouth [in wisdom]
And adds persuasiveness to his lips.
24
Pleasant words are like a honeycomb,
Sweet and delightful to the soul and healing to the body.
Proverbs 16:27
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A worthless man devises and digs up evil,
And the words on his lips are like a scorching fire.
Proverbs 17:5
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Whoever mocks the poor taunts his Maker,
And he who rejoices at [another’s] disaster will not go unpunished.(A)
Proverbs 17:7
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Excellent speech does not benefit a fool [who is spiritually blind],
Much less do lying lips benefit a prince.
Proverbs 17:9
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He who covers and forgives an offense seeks love,
But he who repeats or gossips about a matter separates intimate friends.
Proverbs 17:27-28
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He who has knowledge restrains and is careful with his words,
And a man of understanding and wisdom has a cool spirit (self-control, an even temper).(A)
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Even a [callous, arrogant] fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise;
When he closes his lips he is regarded as sensible (prudent, discreet) and a man of understanding.
Proverbs 18:4
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The words of a man’s mouth are like deep waters [copious and difficult to fathom];
The fountain of [mature, godly] wisdom is like a bubbling stream [sparkling, fresh, pure, and life-giving].
Proverbs 18:13
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He who answers before he hears [the facts]—
It is folly and shame to him.(A)
Proverbs 18:17
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The first one to plead his case seems right,
Until another comes and cross-examines him.
Proverbs 18:20-21
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A man’s stomach will be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth;
He will be satisfied with the consequence of his words.
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Death and life are in the power of the tongue,
And those who love it and indulge it will eat its fruit and bear the consequences of their words.(A)
Proverbs 20:3
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It is an honor for a man to keep away from strife [by handling situations with thoughtful foresight],
But any fool will [start a] quarrel [without regard for the consequences].
Proverbs 20:3
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It is an honor for a man to keep away from strife [by handling situations with thoughtful foresight],
But any fool will [start a] quarrel [without regard for the consequences].
Proverbs 22:11
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He who loves purity of heart
And whose speech is gracious will have the king as his friend.
Proverbs 23:9
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Do not speak in the ears of a fool,
For he will despise the [godly] wisdom of your words.(A)
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