Proverbs 16

NET

23 A wise person’s heart makes his speech wise and it adds persuasiveness to his words.


Darby

23 The heart of the wise maketh his mouth intelligentD4312, and upon his lips increaseth learning.


Darby Bible Notes

intelligent - Or 'acts wisely,' from Sachal, ch. 1.3. see Note, Ps. 41.1.


KJV

23 The heart of the wise teachethK4228his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.


KJV Bible Notes

teacheth: Heb. maketh wise.