Proverbs 16:24

Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:24

BSB
Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.
AKJV
Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
CPDV
Careful words are a honeycomb: sweet to the soul and healthful to the bones.
ERV
Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
NHEB
Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.
SMT
Words of pleasantness an, honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and healing to the bones.

Commentary for Proverbs 16:24

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 16:24
Summary
Kind words provide comfort and restoration
Event
Agreeable speech brings wellness
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom