World English Bible
Proverbs 16:21
“The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.”
Verse in context — Proverbs 16
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It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud.
20
He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in Yahweh is blessed.
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The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.
22
Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.
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The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.