Proverbs 16:23-25

Easy-to-Read Version

²³Wise people always think before they speak, so what they say is worth listening to.

²⁴Kind words are like honey; they are easy to accept and good for your health.

²⁵There is a way that seems right to people, but that way leads only to death.

Proverbs 16:23-25

New International Version

²³The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent,^(A)
and their lips promote instruction.^[a]^(B)

²⁴Gracious words are a honeycomb,^(C)
sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.^(D)

²⁵There is a way that appears to be right,^(E)
but in the end it leads to death.^(F)

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