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Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
Proverbs 16:23 · Webster Bible
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Proverbs 16:23 in other translations
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.
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In context
20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoever trusteth in the LORD, happy [is] he.
21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
22 Understanding [is] a well-spring of life to him that hath it: but the instruction of fools [is] folly.
23 The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
24 Pleasant words [are as] a honey-comb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
25 There is a way that seemeth right to a man, but the end of it [is] the ways of death.
26 He that laboreth laboreth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.
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