Proverbs 12:6

New Living Translation

⁶The words of the wicked are like a murderous ambush,
but the words of the godly save lives.

Proverbs 12:6

Living Bible

⁶The wicked accuse; the godly defend.

¹³The wicked are trapped by their own words,
but the godly escape such trouble.

¹⁴Wise words bring many benefits,
and hard work brings rewards.

¹³Lies will get any man into trouble, but honesty is its own defense.

¹⁴Telling the truth gives a man great satisfaction, and hard work returns many blessings to him.

¹⁸Some people make cutting remarks,
but the words of the wise bring healing.

¹⁸Some people like to make cutting remarks, but the words of the wise soothe and heal.

²⁵Worry weighs a person down;
an encouraging word cheers a person up.

²⁵Anxious hearts are very heavy, but a word of encouragement does wonders!

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