Proverbs 16:23-24
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23 The mind of the wise makes his speech judicious,
and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb,
sweetness to the soul and health to the body.
Proverbs 16:27
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27 A worthless man plots evil,
and his speech is like a scorching fire.
Proverbs 17:5
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5 He who mocks the poor insults his Maker;
he who is glad at calamity will not go unpunished.
Proverbs 17:7
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7 Fine speech is not becoming to a fool;
still less is false speech to a prince.
Proverbs 17:9
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9 He who forgives an offense seeks love,
but he who repeats a matter alienates a friend.
Proverbs 17:27-28
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27 He who restrains his words has knowledge,
and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
28 Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise;
when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.
Proverbs 18:4
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4 The words of a man’s mouth are deep waters;
the fountain of wisdom is a gushing stream.
Proverbs 18:13
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13 If one gives answer before he hears,
it is his folly and shame.
Proverbs 18:17
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17 He who states his case first seems right,
until the other comes and examines him.
Proverbs 18:20-21
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20 From the fruit of his mouth a man is satisfied;
he is satisfied by the yield of his lips.
21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue,
and those who love it will eat its fruits.
Proverbs 20:3
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3 It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife;
but every fool will be quarreling.
Proverbs 20:3
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3 It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife;
but every fool will be quarreling.
Proverbs 22:11
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11 He who loves purity of heart,
and whose speech is gracious, will have the king as his friend.
Proverbs 23:9
Revised Standard Version
9 Do not speak in the hearing of a fool,
for he will despise the wisdom of your words.
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