²¹ The wise of heart is called discerning,
    and sweetness of speech ^(A)increases persuasiveness.
²² Good sense is ^(B)a fountain of life to him who has it,
    but the instruction of fools is folly.
^23 (C)The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious
    and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
^24 (D)Gracious words are like ^(E)a honeycomb,
    sweetness to the soul and ^(F)health to the body.