Proverbs 12:18
The words of one who speaks rashly are like the thrusts of a sword, 1 but the tongue of the wise brings healing. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
In Context
17The one who speaks the truth says what is right, 1 but a false witness tells lies. 1
19Truthful lips last forever, 1 but a lying tongue is only for a moment. 1
Cross References
Psalms 52:2Your tongue plans destruction 1 like a sharp razor, working deceitfully. 1
Psalms 57:5Be exalted, God, above the heavens; 1 let your glory be above all the earth. 1
Psalms 64:3They have sharpened their tongues like swords; 1 they have aimed their arrows, bitter words, 1
Proverbs 10:20The tongue of the righteous person is pure silver; 1 there is little value in the heart of the wicked. 1
Proverbs 15:4A healing tongue is a tree of life, 1 but a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit. 1
Proverbs 16:24Pleasant words are a honeycomb— 1 sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 1
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 12:18
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit. Here is, 1. A faithful witness commended for an honest man. He that makes conscience of speaking truth, and representing every thing fairly, to the best of his knowledge, whether in judgment or in common conversation, whether he be upon his oath or no, he shows forth righteousness; he makes it to appear that he is governed and actuated by the principles and laws of righteousness, and he promotes justice by doing honour to it and… Read the whole commentary →