Proverbs 16:22

Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessors; 1 But the instruction of fools is evil. 1

Updated Brenton Septuagint

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

21Men call the wise and understanding evil: 1 But they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more. 1

23The heart of the wise will discern the things which proceed from his own mouth; 1 And on his lips he will wear knowledge. 1

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Cross References

Proverbs 10:11There is a fountain of life in the hand of a righteous man; 1 But destruction shall cover the mouth of the ungodly. 1

Proverbs 14:27The commandment of the Lord is a fountain of life; 1 And it causes men to turn aside from the snare of death. 1

Proverbs 15:28a The ways of righteous men are acceptable with the Lord; 1 And through them even enemies become friends. 1

Proverbs 18:7A fool’s mouth is ruin to him, 1 And his lips are a snare to his soul. 1

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 →

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