Proverbs 12:16
World English Bible
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13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips, But the righteous shall come out of trouble.
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The doings of a man`s hands shall be rewarded to him.
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, But he who is wise listens to counsel.
16 A fool shows his annoyance the same day, But one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
17 He who is truthful testifies honestly, But a false witness lies.
18 There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, But the tongue of the wise heals.
19 Truth`s lips will be established forever, But a lying tongue is only momentary.