Proverbs 16:23 - Compare All Versions
Proverbs 16:23 MSG (The Message)
They make a lot of sense, these wise folks; whenever they speak, their reputation increases.
Proverbs 16:23 KJV (King James Version)
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.
Proverbs 16:23 NASB1995 (New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995)
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips.
Proverbs 16:23 NCV (New Century Version)
Wise people’s minds tell them what to say, and that helps them be better teachers.
Proverbs 16:23 ASV (American Standard Version)
The heart of the wise instructeth his mouth, And addeth learning to his lips.
Proverbs 16:23 NIV (New International Version)
The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction.
Proverbs 16:23 NKJV (New King James Version)
The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, And adds learning to his lips.
Proverbs 16:23 AMP (Amplified Bible)
The heart of the wise instructs his mouth [in wisdom] And adds persuasiveness to his lips.
Proverbs 16:23 NLT (New Living Translation)
From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive.
Proverbs 16:23 TPT (The Passion Translation)
Winsome words pour from a heart of wisdom, adding value to all you teach.
Proverbs 16:23 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)
The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips.