Proverbs 12:18

There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 12:18

BSB
Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
AKJV
There is that speaks like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
CPDV
He who makes promises is also jabbed, as if with a sword, in conscience. But the tongue of the wise is reasonable.
ERV
There is that speaketh rashly like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
NHEB
There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.
SMT
There is he talking idly as the piercings of the sword: and the tongue of the wise is healing.

Commentary for Proverbs 12:18

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 12:18
Summary
Reckless speech wounds; wise speech heals.
Event
Contrasting effects of speech
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom