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A wholesome tongue - literally, as in the margin, the same word as “sound” in (Proverbs 14:30) (see the note). A more literal re…
Charles Ellicott
CharlesEllicott
19th Century
Anglican
19th Century
A wholesome tongue: One which heals and soothes by its gentleness and judicious words. (Compare to Proverbs 12:18.)
John Gill
JohnGill
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century
A wholesome tongue [is] a tree of life
A tongue that delivers out salutary instructions, wholesome advice and counse…
Matthew Henry
MatthewHenry
17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century
A good tongue is healing to wounded consciences, by comforting them; to sin-sick souls, by convincing them; and it reconciles parties at variance.<…
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Albert Barnes
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