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Proverbs 16:21

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21The wise in heart are called discerning,

and gracious words promote instruction.bz

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Footnotes

  1. bOr words make a person persuasive

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  1. zver 23

In other versions

ESVEnglish Standard Version

The wise of heart is called discerning,

and sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness.

CSBChristian Standard Bible

Anyone with a wise heart is called discerning,

and pleasant speech increases learning.

NLTNew Living Translation

The wise are known for their understanding,

and pleasant words are persuasive.

LEBThe Lexham English Bible

The wise of heart is called perceptive,

but he who is pleasant of lips will increase persuasiveness.

KJV 1900King James Version

The wise in heart shall be called prudent:

And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.