Proverbs 16:22-24

International Children’s Bible

²²Understanding is like a fountain of water which gives life to those who use it.
But foolishness will cause foolish people to be punished.

²³A wise person’s mind tells him what to say.
This helps him to teach others better.

²⁴Pleasant words are like a honeycomb.
They make a person happy and healthy.

Proverbs 16:22-24

New International Version

²²Prudence is a fountain of life to the prudent,^(A)
but folly brings punishment to fools.

²³The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent,^(B)
and their lips promote instruction.^[a]^(C)

²⁴Gracious words are a honeycomb,^(D)
sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.^(E)

International Children’s Bible (ICB)

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