Proverbs 15:23
World English Bible
23 Joy comes to a man with the reply of his mouth.
How good is a word at the right time!
Proverbs 15:23
New Living Translation
23 Everyone enjoys a fitting reply;
it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!
Proverbs 16:21
World English Bible
21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent.
Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.
Proverbs 16:21
New Living Translation
21 The wise are known for their understanding,
and pleasant words are persuasive.
Proverbs 16:24
World English Bible
24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb,
sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
Proverbs 16:24
New Living Translation
24 Kind words are like honey—
sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.
Proverbs 25:11
World English Bible
11 A word fitly spoken
is like apples of gold in settings of silver.
Proverbs 25:11
New Living Translation
11 Timely advice is lovely,
like golden apples in a silver basket.
Proverbs 27:14
World English Bible
14 He who blesses his neighbor with a loud voice early in the morning,
it will be taken as a curse by him.
Proverbs 27:14
New Living Translation
14 A loud and cheerful greeting early in the morning
will be taken as a curse!
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