Parallel Bible results for "proverbs 16:21-24"

Proverbs 16:21-24

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21 The wise in heart are called discerning, and gracious words promote instruction.
21 The wise in heart are called discerning, and gracious words promote instruction.
22 Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent, but folly brings punishment to fools.
22 Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent, but folly brings punishment to fools.
23 The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction.
23 The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction.
24 Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
24 Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
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