Proverbs 16:23
“The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lippes.”
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Proverbs 16:23 Context
21The wise in heart shall be called prudent; and the sweetnesse of the lips increaseth learning. 22Understanding is a well-spring of life vnto him that hath it: but the instruction of fooles is folly. 23The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lippes. 24Pleasant words are as an honycombe, sweete to the soule, and health to the bones. 25There is a way that seemeth right vnto a man; but the end thereof are the wayes of death.
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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
- King James Version
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.
- American Standard Version (1901)
The heart of the wise man is the teacher of his mouth, and gives increased learning to his lips.
- Basic English Bible
The heart of the wise maketh his mouth intelligent, and upon his lips increaseth learning.
- Darby Bible
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
- Webster's Bible
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.
- World English Bible
The heart of the wise causeth his mouth to act wisely, And by his lips he increaseth learning,
- Youngs Literal Bible
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 16:23
16:23 Teacheth - Directs him what to speak, and keeps him from speaking foolishly. Addeth - Enables him to speak learnedly and wisely.