Proverbs 15:23

A man takes joy in a fitting reply—and how good is a timely word!

Cross References (8)

  • Isaiah 50:4 (17)

    The Lord GOD has given Me the tongue of discipleship, to sustain the weary with a word. He awakens Me morning by morning

  • Proverbs 25:11–12 (14)

    A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.

  • Ephesians 4:29 (13)

    Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing g

  • Proverbs 12:14 (10)

    By fruitful speech a man is filled with good things, and the work of his hands returns to him.

  • Proverbs 16:13 (10)

    Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.

  • Proverbs 24:26 (6)

    An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips.

  • 1 Samuel 25:32–33 (5)

    Then David said to Abigail, “Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, who sent you to meet me this day!

  • Ecclesiastes 3:1 (5)

    To everything there is a season, and a time for every purpose under heaven: