Proverbs 17:20

The Message

A bad motive can’t achieve a good end; double-talk brings you double trouble.

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An evasive eye is a sign of trouble ahead, but an open, face-to-face meeting results in peace.

The wise accumulate knowledge—a true treasure; know-it-alls talk too much—a sheer waste.

A good person’s mouth is a clear fountain of wisdom; a foul mouth is a stagnant swamp.

The words of a wise person are gracious. The talk of a fool self-destructs— He starts out talking nonsense And ends up spouting insanity and evil.