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.

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.