Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise will discern the things which proceed from his own mouth; and on his lips he will wear knowledge.
LXX2012 (British)
In The King James Version
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
In Context
22Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessors; but the instruction of fools is evil.
24Good words are honeycombs, and the sweetness thereof is a healing of the soul.
Cross References
Job 15:2Will a wise man give for answer a mere breath of wisdom? and does he fill up the pain of his belly,
Psalms 45:1God is our refuge and strength, a help in the afflictions that have come heavily upon us. 1
Proverbs 15:7The lips of the wise are bound by discretion: but the hearts of the foolish are not safe.
Proverbs 22:17Incline your ear to the words of wise men: hear also my word, and apply your heart,
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 →