Proverbs 16:20-22
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
20 Whoever ponders a matter will be successful;
happy the one who trusts in the Lord!
21 The wise of heart is esteemed for discernment,
and pleasing speech gains a reputation for learning.
22 Good sense is a fountain of life to those who have it,
but folly is the training of fools.
Proverbs 16:20-22
New International Version
20 Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers,[a](A)
and blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.(B)
22 Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent,(D)
but folly brings punishment to fools.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 16:20 Or whoever speaks prudently finds what is good
- Proverbs 16:21 Or words make a person persuasive
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