23 The heart of the wise instructs his mouth And adds persuasiveness to his lips .

24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb e , Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones .

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:23-24

Commentary on Proverbs 16:23

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The wise man's self-knowledge, always suggests something proper to be spoken to others.

Commentary on Proverbs 16:24

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The word of God cures the diseases that weaken our souls.