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Proverbs 12:18
There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
Proverbs 12:18 · New Heart English Bible
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Proverbs 12:18 in other translations
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
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In context
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth's lips will be established forever, but a lying tongue is only momentary.
20 Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil, but joy comes to the promoters of peace.
21 No mischief shall happen to the righteous, but the wicked shall be filled with evil.
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