Proverbs 12:18
Some people's hasty words cut like a knife, but the words of the wise bring healing.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
In Context
17Whoever tells the truth is being honest, but a false witness tells lies.
19Words of truth last forever, but lies are gone in a moment.
Cross References
Psalms 52:2You plot to make people suffer; your words cut like a sharp razor, you liar!
Psalms 57:5God, your greatness is above the highest heavens; and your glory covers the whole earth!
Psalms 64:3What they say cuts like swords; they fire off poisonous words like arrows.
Proverbs 10:20What good people say is like the best silver, but the mind of the wicked isn't worth much.
Proverbs 15:4Gentle words are a source of life, but telling lies does a lot of damage.
Proverbs 16:24Kind words are like a honeycomb—they taste sweet and are healthy for the body.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 12:18
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit. Here is, 1. A faithful witness commended for an honest man. He that makes conscience of speaking truth, and representing every thing fairly, to the best of his knowledge, whether in judgment or in common conversation, whether he be upon his oath or no, he shows forth righteousness; he makes it to appear that he is governed and actuated by the principles and laws of righteousness, and he promotes justice by doing honour to it and… Read the whole commentary →