Proverbs 16:21
“The wise in heart shall be called prudent; and the sweetnesse of the lips increaseth learning.”
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Proverbs 16:21 Context
19Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, then to diuide the spoile with the proud. 20He that handleth a matter wisely, shall finde good: and who so trusteth in the Lord, happy is hee. 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.
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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:21
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
- King James Version
The wise in heart will be called understanding, And sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
- American Standard Version (1901)
The wise-hearted will be named men of good sense: and by pleasing words learning is increased.
- Basic English Bible
The wise in heart is called intelligent, and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
- Darby Bible
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
- Webster's Bible
The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.
- World English Bible
To the wise in heart is called, `Intelligent,' And sweetness of lips increaseth learning.
- Youngs Literal Bible
The wise in heart is called a man of discernment; and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 16:21
16:21 The wise - He who is truly wise, shall be so accounted by others. Sweetness - Eloquence added to wisdom. Increaseth - Both in himself, for while a man teaches others, he improves himself; and others, who by this means are induced to hear and receive his instructions.