Proverbs 20:15

New International Reader's Version

There is gold, and there are plenty of rubies. But lips that speak knowledge are a priceless jewel.

Cross References

Proverbs 15:23

Joy is found in giving the right answer. And how good is a word spoken at the right time!

Proverbs 15:7

The lips of wise people spread knowledge. But the hearts of foolish people are not honest.

Proverbs 16:16

It is much better to get wisdom than gold. It is much better to choose understanding than silver.

Proverbs 16:21

Wise hearts are known for understanding what is right. Kind words make people want to learn more.

Proverbs 16:24

Kind words are like honey. They are sweet to the spirit and bring healing to the body.

Proverbs 20:14

“It’s no good. It’s no good!” says a buyer. Then off they go and brag about what they bought.

Proverbs 20:16

Take the coat of one who puts up money for what a stranger owes. Hold it until you get paid back if it is done for an outsider.

Proverbs 25:12

A wise judge’s warning to a listening ear is like a gold earring or jewelry made of fine gold.

Proverbs 3:15

She is worth more than rubies. Nothing you want can compare with her.

Proverbs 5:2

Then you will continue to have good sense. Your lips will keep on speaking words of knowledge.

Proverbs 8:10

Choose my teaching instead of silver. Choose knowledge rather than fine gold.

Proverbs 8:11

Wisdom is worth more than rubies. Nothing you want can compare with her.

Ephesians 4:29

Don’t let any evil talk come out of your mouths. Say only what will help to build others up and meet their needs. Then what you say will help those who listen.