Proverbs 12:18
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There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
- King James Bible "Authorized Version", Cambridge Edition
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Other Translations of Proverbs 12:18
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan
There is one who speaks rashly like the thrusts of a sword, But the tongue of the wise brings healing.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
There is that speaketh rashly like the piercings of a sword; But the tongue of the wise is health.
- American Standard Version (1901)
There are some whose uncontrolled talk is like the wounds of a sword, but the tongue of the wise makes one well again.
- Basic English Bible
There is that babbleth like the piercings of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health.
- Darby Bible
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
- Webster's Bible
There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
- World English Bible
A rash speaker is like piercings of a sword, And the tongue of the wise is healing.
- Youngs Literal Bible
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
View Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 12:18
12:18 Health - Tends to the comfort and benefit of others.
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