Proverbs 12:18
There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
In context
15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice. 16 The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult.
17 Whoever speaks the truth gives honest evidence, but a false witness utters deceit. 18 There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. 19 Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment. 20 Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, but those who plan peace have joy.
21 No ill befalls the righteous, but the wicked are filled with trouble.
Compare in other versions
- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 12:18 in the KJV
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: But the tongue of the wise is health.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 12:18 in the NIV
The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.