Proverbs 16:21

²¹The wise in heart are called discerning,

and pleasant speech promotes instruction.

— Proverbs 16:21

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Illustration of Proverbs 16:21

Illustration of Proverbs 16:21 -- Fools find no pleasure in understanding but delight in airing their own opinions.

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Illustration of Proverbs 16:21

Illustration of Proverbs 16:21 -- The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant words promote instruction.

Cross References for Proverbs 16:21

• Proverbs 16:23-24
• Proverbs 15:7
• Isaiah 50:4
• Proverbs 27:9
• James 3:17
• John 7:46
• Luke 4:22
• Proverbs 10:8
• Proverbs 23:15
• Ecclesiastes 12:10

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