23 The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction.
23 The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips.
23 They make a lot of sense, these wise folks; whenever they speak, their reputation increases.
23 The heart of the wise teaches his mouth, And adds learning to his lips.
23 From a wise mind comes wise speech; the words of the wise are persuasive.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:23
Commentary on Proverbs 16:23
(Read Proverbs 16:23)
The wise man's self-knowledge, always suggests something proper to be spoken to others.