Proverbs 16:24
Kind words are like a honeycomb—they taste sweet and are healthy for the body.
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
In Context
23A wise mind makes sure to say sensible things; the words spoken are persuasive.
25There's a way that seems to be right, but in the end it's the way of death.
Cross References
Psalms 19:10They are more to be valued than gold, even the finest gold; they are sweeter than honey, even the purest honey coming straight from the honeycomb.
Proverbs 3:8Then you will be healed and made strong.
Proverbs 12:18Some people's hasty words cut like a knife, but the words of the wise bring healing.
Proverbs 15:26The Lord hates the thoughts of the wicked, but he honors the words of the pure.
Proverbs 24:13My son, eating honey is good for you; the honeycomb tastes sweet.
Proverbs 27:9Perfume and scented oils make you feel happy, but good advice from a friend is even better.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 16:24
23 The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips. Solomon had commended eloquence, or the sweetness of the lips ( v. 21 ), and seemed to prefer it before wisdom; but here he corrects himself, as it were, and shows that unless there be a good treasure within to support the eloquence it is worth little. Wisdom in the heart is the main matter. 1. It is this that directs us in speaking, that teaches the mouth what to speak, and when, and how, so that what is spoken may be proper, and… Read the whole commentary →