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LXX

Proverbs 16:23

The heart of the wise will discern the [things which proceed] from his own mouth; and on his lips he will wear knowledge.

Parallel Translations

LXX2012View canonical →
The heart of the wise will discern the [things which proceed] from his own mouth; and on his lips he will wear knowledge.
Septuagint in American English (2012)
KJVView canonical →
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth, and adds learning to his lips.
World English Bible

Cross References

Proverbs 15:28Matthew 12:34–35Colossians 3:16Proverbs 22:17–18Psalms 37:30–31Psalms 45:1

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