Proverbs 16:22
If you have good sense it will be a fountain of life to you, but stupid people are punished by their stupidity.
Free Bible Version
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
21If you think wisely you'll be called perceptive; if you speak pleasantly you'll be persuasive.
23A wise mind makes sure to say sensible things; the words spoken are persuasive.
Cross References
Proverbs 10:11What good people say is a spring that gives life, but what the wicked say hides their violent nature.
Proverbs 14:27Respecting the Lord is like a fountain of life, so you can avoid the snares of death.
Proverbs 15:28Good people think how best to answer questions, but stupid people say all kinds of evil things.
Proverbs 18:7Stupid people are caught out by what they say; their own words trap them.
Matthew 23:16What a disaster is coming on those of you who say, ‘If you swear by the Temple that doesn't count, but if you swear by the gold of the Temple, then you have to keep your oath.’ What blind guides you are!
John 5:24I tell you the truth: those who follow what I say and trust the one who sent me have eternal life. They won't be condemned, but have gone from death to life.
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 →