Proverbs 10:31

New International Reader's Version

The mouths of those who do right produce wisdom. But tongues that speak twisted words will be made silent.

Cross References

Psalm 12:4

They say, “What we speak with our tongues will win the battle. What we say with our lips will keep us safe. No one will have victory over us.”

Psalm 31:18

Their lips tell lies. Let them be silenced. They speak with pride against those who do right. They make fun of them.

Psalm 37:30

The mouths of those who do what is right speak words of wisdom. They say what is honest.

Psalm 63:11

But the king will be filled with joy because of what God has done. All those who make promises in God’s name will be able to brag. But the mouths of liars will be shut.

Proverbs 10:11

The mouths of those who do right pour out life like a fountain. But the mouths of sinners hide their evil plans.

Proverbs 10:13

Wisdom is found on the lips of those who understand what is right. But those who have no sense are punished.

Proverbs 17:20

If your heart is twisted, you won’t succeed. If your tongue tells lies, you will get into trouble.

Proverbs 31:26

She speaks wisely. She teaches faithfully.