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Proverbs · Chapter 16

Proverbs 16:21

The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

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Before · Proverbs 16:19–20

19It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor, than to divide the plunder with the proud. 20He who heeds the Word finds prosperity. Whoever trusts in the LORD is blessed.

21The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

After · Proverbs 16:22–23

22Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly. 23The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.

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