Berean Standard Bible
Proverbs 12:18
“Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.”
In context
16A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.
17He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.
18Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
19Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
20Deceit is in the hearts of those who devise evil, but the counselors of peace have joy.
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