23 Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!
23 A (A)man has gladness in an [a]apt answer,And how good is a timely (B)word!
21 The wise are known for their understanding, and pleasant words are persuasive.
21 The (A)wise in heart will be called understanding,And sweetness of [a]lips (B)increases learning.
24 Kind words are like honey— sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.
24 (A)Pleasant words are a honeycomb,Sweet to the soul and (B)healing to the bones.
11 Timely advice is lovely, like golden apples in a silver basket.
11 Like apples of gold in settings of silverIs a (A)word spoken in [a]right circumstances.
14 A loud and cheerful greeting early in the morning will be taken as a curse!
14 (A)He who blesses his friend with a loud voice early in the morning,It will be counted as a curse to him.
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