Proverbs 12:13-19

¹³An evil person is trapped by his wicked talk, but the righteous person escapes from trouble.

¹⁴From the fruit of his words a person is filled with good things, just as the work of his hands rewards him.

¹⁵The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.

¹⁶A fool shows his anger at once, but one who ignores an insult is prudent.

¹⁷The one who speaks the truth says what is right, but a false witness tells lies.

¹⁸The words of one who speaks rashly are like the thrusts of a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

¹⁹Truthful lips last forever, but a lying tongue is only for a moment.