Proverbs 16:21 - Revised Version 1885 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 The wise in heart shall be called prudent: And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition The wise in heart are called prudent, understanding, and knowing, and winsome speech increases learning [in both speaker and listener]. American Standard Version (1901) The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning. Common English Bible The skilled mind is called discerning, and pleasant speech enhances teaching. Catholic Public Domain Version Whoever is wise in heart shall be called prudent. And whoever is sweet in eloquence shall attain to what is greater. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and he that is sweet in words shall attain to greater things. |