Proverbs 16:23-24
Proverbs 16:23-24 The Message (MSG)
They make a lot of sense, these wise folks; whenever they speak, their reputation increases. Gracious speech is like clover honey— good taste to the soul, quick energy for the body.
Proverbs 16:23-24 King James Version (KJV)
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips. Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
Proverbs 16:23-24 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips. Pleasant words are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
Proverbs 16:23-24 New Century Version (NCV)
Wise people’s minds tell them what to say, and that helps them be better teachers. Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, making people happy and healthy.
Proverbs 16:23-24 American Standard Version (ASV)
The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips. Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
Proverbs 16:23-24 New International Version (NIV)
The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction. Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
Proverbs 16:23-24 New King James Version (NKJV)
The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, And adds learning to his lips. Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweetness to the soul and health to the bones.
Proverbs 16:23-24 Amplified Bible (AMP)
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth [in wisdom] And adds persuasiveness to his lips. Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweet and delightful to the soul and healing to the body.
Proverbs 16:23-24 New Living Translation (NLT)
From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive. Kind words are like honey— sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.
Proverbs 16:23-24 The Passion Translation (TPT)
Winsome words pour from a heart of wisdom, adding value to all you teach. Nothing is more appealing than speaking beautiful, life-giving words. For they release sweetness to our souls and inner healing to our spirits.
