Proverbs 15:23
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
23 To make an apt answer is a joy to anyone,
and a word in season, how good it is!(A)
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
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
21 The wise of heart is called perceptive,
and pleasant speech increases persuasiveness.
Proverbs 16:21
New Living Translation
21 The wise are known for their understanding,
and pleasant words are persuasive.
Proverbs 16:24
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb,
sweetness to the soul and health to the body.
Proverbs 16:24
New Living Translation
24 Kind words are like honey—
sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.
Proverbs 25:11
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
11 A word fitly spoken
is like apples of gold in a setting of silver.(A)
Proverbs 25:11
New Living Translation
11 Timely advice is lovely,
like golden apples in a silver basket.
Proverbs 27:14
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
14 Whoever blesses a neighbor with a loud voice,
rising early in the morning,
will be counted as cursing.
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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