Proverbs 16:23

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Proverbs 16:23 The Message (MSG)

They make a lot of sense, these wise folks; whenever they speak, their reputation increases.

Proverbs 16:23 King James Version (KJV)

The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.

Proverbs 16:23 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips.

Proverbs 16:23 New Century Version (NCV)

Wise people’s minds tell them what to say, and that helps them be better teachers.

Proverbs 16:23 American Standard Version (ASV)

The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.

Proverbs 16:23 New International Version (NIV)

The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction.

Proverbs 16:23 New King James Version (NKJV)

The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, And adds learning to his lips.

Proverbs 16:23 Amplified Bible (AMP)

The heart of the wise instructs his mouth [in wisdom] And adds persuasiveness to his lips.

Proverbs 16:23 New Living Translation (NLT)

From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive.

Proverbs 16:23 The Passion Translation (TPT)

Winsome words pour from a heart of wisdom, adding value to all you teach.

Proverbs 16:23 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)

The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips.