Proverbs 16:22
Vnderstandyng is a well of lyfe vnto hym that hath it: as for the chastenyng of fooles it is but foolishnesse.
Bible (Bishops')
In The King James Version
Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.
In Context
23A wyse heart ordereth his mouth wisely, and ministreth learnyng vnto his lippes.
Cross References
Proverbs 10:11The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but the mouth of the vngodly kepeth mischiefe in secrete.
Proverbs 14:27The feare of the Lorde is a well of lyfe, to auoyde the snares of death.
Proverbs 15:28The heart of the ryghteous studyeth his aunswere afore: but the wicked mans mouth spueth out mischiefe.
Proverbs 18:7A fooles mouth is his owne destruction, and his lippes are the snare for his owne soule.
Matthew 23:16Wo be vnto you ye blynde guides: for ye say, whosoeuer doth sweare by the temple, it is nothyng: but whosoeuer sweareth by the golde of the temple, he is a detter.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 16:22
21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning. Note, 1. Those that have solid wisdom will have the credit of it; it will gain them reputation, and they shall be called prudent grave men, and a deference will be paid to their judgment. Do that which is wise and good and thou shalt have the praise of the same. 2. Those that with their wisdom have a happy elocution, that deliver their sentiments easily and with a good grace, are communicative of their wisdom and have… Read the whole commentary →