Proverbs 16:21-23

Modern English Version

²¹The wise in heart will be called prudent,
and the sweetness of the lips increases learning.

²²Understanding is a wellspring of life to him who has it,
but the instruction of fools is folly.

²³The heart of the wise teaches his mouth,
and adds learning to his lips.

Proverbs 16:21-23

New International Version

²¹The wise in heart are called discerning,
and gracious words promote instruction.^[a]^(A)

²²Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent,^(B)
but folly brings punishment to fools.

²³The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent,^(C)
and their lips promote instruction.^[b]^(D)

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