Proverbs 24:26
An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips.
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Cross references
- Proverbs 15:23 A man takes joy in a fitting reply — and how good is a timely word!
- Genesis 41:38–40 So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, in whom the Spirit of God abides?” Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.”
- Proverbs 25:11–12 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver. Like an earring of gold or an ornament of fine gold is a wise man’s rebuke to a listening ear.