Verse Comparison: Proverbs 16:23
American Standard Version
The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.
Amplified® Bible
The mind of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning {and} persuasiveness to his lips.
Contemporary English Version
You can persuade others if you are wise and speak sensibly.
Darby English Version
The heart of the wise maketh his mouth intelligent, and upon his lips increaseth learning.
Good News Bible
Intelligent people think before they speak; what they say is then more persuasive.
King James Version
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
New American Standard Bible
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips.
New International Version
A wise man's heart guides his mouth,
and his lips promote instruction.
New King James Version
The heart of the wise teaches his mouth,
And adds learning to his lips.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips.
Revised Standard Version
The mind of the wise makes his speech judicious, and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
Young's Literal Translation
The heart of the wise causeth his mouth to act wisely, And by his lips he increaseth learning,
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