Proverbs 16:23
A wise mind makes sure to say sensible things; the words spoken are persuasive.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
In Context
24Kind words are like a honeycomb—they taste sweet and are healthy for the body.
Cross References
Job 15:2“Would a wise man answer with such empty ‘knowledge’ that is just a lot of hot air?
Psalms 45:1I am moved to write about this wonderful subject. Let me share what I have written for the king. What I say comes from the pen of a skilled author.
Proverbs 15:7Wise people share their knowledge, but stupid people don't think like that.
Proverbs 22:17Pay attention and listen to the words of the wise, and think carefully about my teachings—
Colossians 3:16Let Christ's message fully live in you. In every wise way teach and instruct one another through psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing praises to God in gratitude and sincerity.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 16:23
22 Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly. Note, 1. There is always some good to be gotten by a wise and good man: His understanding is a well-spring of life to him, which always flows and can never be drawn dry; he has something to say upon all occasions that is instructive, and of use to those that will make use of it, things new and old to bring out of his treasure; at least, his understanding is a spring of life to himself, yielding him abundant… Read the whole commentary →