Proverbs 16:21
If you think wisely you'll be called perceptive; if you speak pleasantly you'll be persuasive.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
In Context
20If you pay attention to wise instruction you will do well; you'll be happy if you trust in the Lord.
Cross References
Psalms 45:2You are more handsome than anyone else. You always speak graciously, for God has blessed you forever.
Proverbs 10:13Wisdom comes from people with good judgment, but stupid people are punished with a rod.
Proverbs 15:7Wise people share their knowledge, but stupid people don't think like that.
Proverbs 23:15My son, if you think wisely then I'll be happy;
Ecclesiastes 12:10The Teacher looked for the best way to explain things, writing truthfully and honestly.
Luke 4:22Everybody expressed their approval of him, amazed at the gracious words that came from his lips. “Isn't this Joseph's son?” they wondered.
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 →