22 Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it,
but the punishment of fools is their folly.

23 The heart of the wise instructs his mouth,
and adds learning to his lips.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:22-23

Commentary on Proverbs 16:22

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As waters to a thirsty land, so is a wise man to his friends and neighbours.

Commentary on Proverbs 16:23

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The wise man's self-knowledge, always suggests something proper to be spoken to others.