Lying lips are hateful to the Lord, but He delights in those who deal faithfully. (Proverbs 12:22)
A rod of pride is in the mouth of a fool, but the lips of the wise will preserve them. (Proverbs 14:3)
A simple man believes everything, but a prudent man considers his steps. (Proverbs 14:15)
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, but the mouth of the fool pours out folly. (Proverbs 15:1-2)
The tongue that brings healing is a tree of life, but perverseness in it crushes the spirit. (Proverbs 15:4)
A man finds joy in giving an apt reply—and how good is a timely word! (Proverbs 15:23)
A man lacking in judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor. (Proverbs 17:18)
A fool has no delight in understanding, but only in airing his own opinions. (Proverbs 18:2)
The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down into the innermost parts of the body. (Proverbs 18:8)
He who answers a matter before he hears, that is his folly and his shame. (Proverbs 18:13)
The tongue has the power of death and life, and those who love it will eat its fruit. (Proverbs 18:21)