Proverbs 16:21-26 Tree Of Life Version (TLV)

21. The wise in heart is called discerning, and sweetness of lips increases persuasiveness.

22. Insight is a fountain of life to one who has it, but folly leads to the discipline of fools.

23. A wise man’s heart teaches his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips.

24. Pleasant words are honeycomb— sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.

25. There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.

26. A laborer’s appetite works on his behalf, for his hunger drives him on.

Proverbs 16