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Proverbs 5:2

New Living Translation

Then you will show discernment, and your lips will express what you’ve learned.

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I have recited aloud all the regulations you have given us.

You are the most handsome of all. Gracious words stream from your lips. God himself has blessed you forever.

I will tell everyone about your righteousness. All day long I will proclaim your saving power, though I am not skilled with words.

The words of the godly encourage many, but fools are destroyed by their lack of common sense.

The tongue of the wise makes knowledge appealing, but the mouth of a fool belches out foolishness.

The lips of the wise give good advice; the heart of a fool has none to give.

From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive.

Wise words are more valuable than much gold and many rubies.

My child, don’t lose sight of common sense and discernment. Hang on to them,

Your lips are as sweet as nectar, my bride. Honey and milk are under your tongue. Your clothes are scented like the cedars of Lebanon.