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LXX2012

Proverbs 16:21

[Men] call the wise and understanding evil: but they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more.

Parallel Translations

LXXView canonical →
[Men] call the wise and understanding evil: but they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more.
Brenton's Septuagint Translation
KJVView canonical →
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
King James Version
WEBView canonical →
The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.
World English Bible

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