² From the fruit of their lips people enjoy good things,^(A)
    but the unfaithful have an appetite for violence.

³ Those who guard their lips^(B) preserve their lives,^(C)
    but those who speak rashly will come to ruin.^(D)

15 A gentle answer^(A) turns away wrath,^(B)
    but a harsh word stirs up anger.

² The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge,^(C)
    but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.^(D)