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Proverbs 4:22

New English Translation

for they are life to those who find them and healing to one’s entire body.

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Speaking recklessly is like the thrusts of a sword, but the words of the wise bring healing.

Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.

So they will give life to you, and grace to adorn your neck.

This will bring healing to your body, and refreshment to your inner self.

Listen, my child, and accept my words, so that the years of your life will be many.

he taught me, and he said to me: “Let your heart lay hold of my words; keep my commands so that you will live.

For the one who finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord.

But I will most surely heal the wounds of this city and restore it and its people to health. I will show them abundant peace and security.