Proverbs 24:26
An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips.
Berean Standard Bible
In The King James Version
Every man shall kiss his lips that giveth a right answer.
In Context
25but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come upon them.
27Complete your outdoor work and prepare your field; after that, you may build your house.
Cross References
Job 6:25How painful are honest words! But what does your argument prove?
Proverbs 16:1The plans of the heart belong to man, but the reply of the tongue is from the LORD.
Daniel 2:46At this, King Nebuchadnezzar fell on his face, paid homage to Daniel, and ordered that an offering of incense be presented to him.
Mark 12:32“Right, Teacher,” the scribe replied. “You have stated correctly that God is One and there is no other but Him,
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 24:24-27
23 These things also belong to the wise. It is not good to have respect of persons in judgment. 24 He that saith unto the wicked, Thou art righteous; him shall the people curse, nations shall abhor him: 25 But to them that rebuke him shall be delight, and a good blessing shall come upon them. 26 Every man shall kiss his lips that giveth a right answer. Here are lessons for wise men, that is, judges and princes. As subjects must do their duty, and be obedient to magistrates, so magistrates must do their duty in… Read the whole commentary →