Proverbs 16:24
24 Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
Other Translations of Proverbs 16:24
King James Version
24 Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
English Standard Version
24 Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.
The Message
24 Gracious speech is like clover honey - good taste to the soul, quick energy for the body.
New King James Version
24 Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweetness to the soul and health to the bones.
New Living Translation
24 Kind words are like honey- sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:24
Commentary on Proverbs 16:24
(Read Proverbs 16:24)
The word of God cures the diseases that weaken our souls.