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Proverbs 12:18 KJV
Proverbs · chapter 12 · verse 18 · King James Version
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.Proverbs 12:18 · King James Version
Proverbs 12:18 in context
16A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
17He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
18There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
20Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
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Key words (Strong's)
- piercingsmadqârâha woundH4094 →
- speakethbâṭâʼto babbleH981 →
- tonguelâshôwnthe tongue , used literally , and figurativelyH3956 →
- swordcherebdroughtH2719 →
- wisechâkâmwiseH2450 →
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