Proverbs 15:23
23 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it!
Other Translations of Proverbs 15:23
New International Version
23 A person finds joy in giving an apt reply- and how good is a timely word!
English Standard Version
23 To make an apt answer is a joy to a man, and a word in season, how good it is!
The Message
23 Congenial conversation - what a pleasure! The right word at the right time - beautiful!
New King James Version
23 A man has joy by the answer of his mouth, And a word spoken in due season, how good it is!
New Living Translation
23 Everyone enjoys a fitting reply; it is wonderful to say the right thing at the right time!
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 15:23
Commentary on Proverbs 15:23
(Read Proverbs 15:23)
Wisdom is needed to suit our discourse to the occasions.