Proverbs 16:21 Parallel Translations

NASB:

GWT:

The person who is truly wise is called understanding, and speaking sweetly helps others learn.(GOD'S WORD®)

KJV:

The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

ASV:

The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

BBE:

The wise-hearted will be named men of good sense: and by pleasing words learning is increased.

DBY:

The wise in heart is called intelligent, and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

ERV:

The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

JPS:

The wise in heart is called a man of discernment; and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

WBS:

The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

WEB:

The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

YLT:

To the wise in heart is called, 'Intelligent,' And sweetness of lips increaseth learning.

Proverbs 16:21 Cross References

XREF:

Proverbs 16:23 The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips.

Hosea 14:9 Whoever is wise, let him understand these things; Whoever is discerning, let him know them. For the ways of the LORD are right, And the righteous will walk in them, But transgressors will stumble in them. (NASB ©1995)

Commentaries and Concordances

GSB:

16:21 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the {k} sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
(k) The sweet words of consolation which come from a godly heart.

WES:

16:21 The wise - He who is truly wise, shall be so accounted by others. Sweetness - Eloquence added to wisdom. Increaseth - Both in himself, for while a man teaches others, he improves himself; and others, who by this means are induced to hear and receive his instructions.

MHC:

16:12. The ruler that uses his power aright, will find that to be his best security. 13. Put those in power who know how to speak to the purpose. 14,15. Those are fools, who, to obtain the favour of an earthly prince, throw themselves out of God's favour. 16. There is joy and satisfaction of spirit, only in getting wisdom. 17. A sincerely religious man keeps at a distance from every appearance of evil. Happy is the man that walks in Christ, and is led by the Spirit of Christ. 18. When men defy God's judgments, and think themselves far from them, it is a sign they are at the door. Let us not fear the pride of others, but fear pride in ourselves. 19. Humility, though it exposes to contempt in the world, is much better than high-spiritedness, which makes God an enemy. He that understands God's word shall find good. 21. The man whose wisdom dwells in his heart, will be found more truly prudent than many who possess shining talents. 22. As waters to a thirsty land, so is a wise man to his friends and neighbours. 23. The wise man's self-knowledge, always suggests something proper to be spoken to others. 24. The word of God cures the diseases that weaken our souls. 25. This is caution to all, to take heed of deceiving themselves as to their souls. 26. We must labour for the meat which endureth to everlasting life, or we must perish.

CONC:

Discerning Discernment Heart Increased Increases Increaseth Instruction Intelligent Learning Lips Named Persuasiveness Pleasant Pleasantness Pleasing Promote Promotes Prudent Sense Speech Sweetness Understanding Wise Wise-hearted

Discerning Discernment Good Heart Increased Increases Increaseth Instruction Intelligent Lips Persuasiveness Pleasant Pleasantness Pleasing Promote Promotes Prudent Sense Speech Sweetness Understanding Wise Wise-Hearted Words

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