Proverbs 16:21
The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant speech promotes instruction.
Berean Standard Bible
In The King James Version
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
In Context
20Whoever heeds instruction will find success, and blessed is he who trusts in the LORD.
22Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly.
Cross References
Psalms 45:2You are the most handsome of men; grace has anointed your lips, since God has blessed you forever.
Proverbs 10:13Wisdom is found on the lips of the discerning, but a rod is for the back of him who lacks judgment.
Proverbs 15:7The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but not so the hearts of fools.
Proverbs 23:15My son, if your heart is wise, my own heart will indeed rejoice.
Ecclesiastes 12:10The Teacher searched to find delightful sayings and to record accurate words of truth.
Luke 4:22All spoke well of Him and marveled at the gracious words that came from His lips. “Isn’t this the son of Joseph?” they asked.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 16:21
Benefits of Wisdom. 20 He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the Lord , happy is he. Note, 1. Prudence gains men respect and success: He that handles a matter wisely (that is master of his trade and makes it to appear he understands what he undertakes, that is considerate in his affairs, and, when he speaks or writes on any subject, does it pertinently) shall find good, shall come into good repute, and perhaps may make a good hand of it. 2. But it is piety only that will secure… Read the whole commentary →