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21 The wise of heart is called discerning, and sweetness of speech 1increases persuasiveness.
22 Good sense is 2a fountain of life to him who has it, but the instruction of fools is folly.
23 3The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
24 4Gracious words are like 5a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and 6health to the body.
25 There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death.a
26 A worker's appetite works for him; his 7mouth urges him on.
27 8A worthless man plots evil, and his speechb is like 9a scorching fire.
28 10A dishonest man spreads strife, and 11a whisperer 12separates close friends.
29 A man of violence 13entices his neighbor and leads him in a way that is not good.
30 Whoever winks his eyes plansc14dishonest things; he who 15purses his lips brings evil to pass.
31 16Gray hair is 17a crown of glory; it 18is gained in a righteous life.

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Provérbios 16:21 O sábio de coração será chamado prudente; e a doçura dos lábios aumenta o saber.

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Proverbs 16:21 The wise in heart will be called prudent, And sweetness of the lips increases learning.

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Provérbios 16:21 O sábio de coração é considerado prudente;quem fala com equilíbrio promove a instrução.

Proverbs 16:21-31 ESV
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