Proverbs 16:22-24

²²Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor,

but the discipline of fools is folly.

²³The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth

and adds persuasiveness to his lips.

²⁴Pleasant words are a honeycomb,

sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.

— Proverbs 16:22-24

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Cross References for Proverbs 16:22-24

• Proverbs 12:18
• Proverbs 24:13-14
• Proverbs 25:11-12
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• Proverbs 15:28
• Psalm 119:103
• Proverbs 27:9
• Psalm 19:10

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