Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. New Living Translation Kind words are like honey— sweet to the soul and healthy for the body. English Standard Version Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body. Berean Standard Bible Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. King James Bible Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. New King James Version Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweetness to the soul and health to the bones. New American Standard Bible Pleasant words are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. NASB 1995 Pleasant words are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. NASB 1977 Pleasant words are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. Legacy Standard Bible Pleasant words are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. Amplified Bible Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweet and delightful to the soul and healing to the body. Christian Standard Bible Pleasant words are a honeycomb: sweet to the taste and health to the body. Holman Christian Standard Bible Pleasant words are a honeycomb: sweet to the taste and health to the body. American Standard Version Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. Contemporary English Version Kind words are like honey--they cheer you up and make you feel strong. English Revised Version Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. GOD'S WORD® Translation Pleasant words are [like] honey from a honeycomb- sweet to the spirit and healthy for the body. Good News Translation Kind words are like honey--sweet to the taste and good for your health. International Standard Version Pleasant words are honey from a honeycomb— sweet to the soul and healing for the body. Majority Standard Bible Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. NET Bible Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. New Heart English Bible Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. Webster's Bible Translation Pleasant words are as a honey-comb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. World English Bible Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionSayings of pleasantness [are] a honeycomb, "" Sweet to the soul, and healing to the bone. Young's Literal Translation Sayings of pleasantness are a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and healing to the bone. Smith's Literal Translation Words of pleasantness an, honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and healing to the bones. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWell ordered words are as a honeycomb: sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. Catholic Public Domain Version Careful words are a honeycomb: sweet to the soul and healthful to the bones. New American Bible Pleasing words are a honeycomb, sweet to the taste and invigorating to the bones. New Revised Standard Version Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThe speech of a wise man is like honeycomb, sweet to his soul, and health to his bones. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated The speech of the wise is a honeycomb of honey, and it is sweet to his soul and healing to his bones. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Pleasant words are as a honeycomb, Sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. Brenton Septuagint Translation Good words are honeycombs, and the sweetness thereof is a healing of the soul. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Reply of the Tongue is from the LORD…23The heart of the wise man instructs his mouth and adds persuasiveness to his lips. 24Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 25There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.… Cross References Proverbs 12:18 Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:4 A soothing tongue is a tree of life, but a perverse tongue crushes the spirit. Proverbs 25:11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver. Proverbs 10:32 The lips of the righteous know what is fitting, but the mouth of the wicked is perverse. Proverbs 18:21 Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit. Psalm 19:10 They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb. Psalm 119:103 How sweet are Your words to my taste—sweeter than honey in my mouth! Song of Solomon 4:11 Your lips, my bride, drip sweetness like the honeycomb; honey and milk are under your tongue, and the fragrance of your garments is like the aroma of Lebanon. Isaiah 50:4 The Lord GOD has given Me the tongue of discipleship, to sustain the weary with a word. He awakens Me morning by morning; He awakens My ear to listen as a disciple. Isaiah 57:19 bringing praise to their lips. Peace, peace to those far and near,” says the LORD, “and I will heal them.” Ephesians 4:29 Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen. Colossians 4:6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. James 3:17-18 But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere. / Peacemakers who sow in peace reap the fruit of righteousness. Matthew 12:34-37 You brood of vipers, how can you who are evil say anything good? For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks. / The good man brings good things out of his good store of treasure, and the evil man brings evil things out of his evil store of treasure. / But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. ... Treasury of Scripture Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones. pleasant Proverbs 12:18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health. Proverbs 15:23,26 A man hath joy by the answer of his mouth: and a word spoken in due season, how good is it! … Proverbs 23:16 Yea, my reins shall rejoice, when thy lips speak right things. an Proverbs 24:13,14 My son, eat thou honey, because it is good; and the honeycomb, which is sweet to thy taste: … Psalm 19:10 More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Psalm 119:103 How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth! health Proverbs 3:8 It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to thy bones. Proverbs 4:22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh. Jump to Previous Body Bone Bones Healing Health Honey Honeycomb Honey-Comb Life New Pleasant Pleasantness Pleasing Sayings Soul Sweet Sweetness WordsJump to Next Body Bone Bones Healing Health Honey Honeycomb Honey-Comb Life New Pleasant Pleasantness Pleasing Sayings Soul Sweet Sweetness WordsProverbs 16 1. The Plans of the heartPleasant words are a honeycomb Pleasant words refer to speech that is kind, encouraging, and uplifting. In biblical times, honey was a prized commodity, known for its sweetness and health benefits. The comparison to a honeycomb suggests that pleasant words are not only sweet but also abundant and rich in goodness. In the ancient Near East, honey was often used as a symbol of prosperity and blessing, as seen in references to the "land flowing with milk and honey" (Exodus 3:8). This phrase emphasizes the value and desirability of kind speech, which can bring joy and satisfaction to those who hear it. Sweet to the soul And healing to the bones Persons / Places / Events 1. Solomon- Traditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs often provide practical guidance for living a life that honors God. 2. Ancient Israel - The cultural and historical context in which Proverbs was written. Understanding the agrarian and communal lifestyle of ancient Israel can help us appreciate the metaphor of honeycomb. 3. Honeycomb - In ancient times, honey was a valuable and sweet commodity, often used as a symbol of abundance and pleasure. It represents the sweetness and nourishment that wise and kind words can bring. Teaching Points The Power of WordsWords have the power to uplift and encourage. Just as honey is sweet and nourishing, our words can bring joy and healing to others. Wisdom in Speech Speaking with wisdom and kindness reflects a heart aligned with God’s will. We should strive to use our words to bless and edify those around us. Healing through Encouragement Encouraging words can bring healing to emotional and spiritual wounds. We should be intentional in offering words that restore and build up. Guarding Our Speech As believers, we are called to be mindful of our speech, ensuring that it reflects the love and grace of Christ. Reflecting Christ’s Love Our words should be a reflection of Christ’s love, offering sweetness and healing to a world in need.(24) Pleasant words.--Comp. Proverbs 15:26. Health to the bones.--Comp. 1Samuel 14:27. Verse 24. - Pleasant words are as an honeycomb. "Pleasant words" are words of comforting, soothing tendency, as in ch. 15:26; Psalm 19:10. The writer continues his praise of apt speech. The comparison with honey is common in all languages and at all times. Thus Homer sings of Nestor ('Iliad,' 1:248, etc.) -"The smooth-tongued chief, from whose persuasive lips Ἰατρὸς ὁ λόγος τοῦ κατά ψυχὴν πάθους. "Speech the physician of the soul's annoy." Hebrew Pleasantנֹ֑עַם (nō·‘am) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5278: Agreeableness, delight, suitableness, splendor, grace words אִמְרֵי־ (’im·rê-) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 561: Something said are a honeycomb, צוּף־ (ṣūp̄-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6688: Comb of honey sweet מָת֥וֹק (mā·ṯō·wq) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 4966: Sweet, sweetness to the soul לַ֝נֶּפֶשׁ (lan·ne·p̄eš) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion and healing וּמַרְפֵּ֥א (ū·mar·pê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4832: Curative, a medicine, a cure, deliverance, placidity to the bones. לָעָֽצֶם׃ (lā·‘ā·ṣem) Preposition-l, Article | Noun - feminine singular Strong's 6106: A bone, the body, the substance, selfsame Links Proverbs 16:24 NIVProverbs 16:24 NLT Proverbs 16:24 ESV Proverbs 16:24 NASB Proverbs 16:24 KJV Proverbs 16:24 BibleApps.com Proverbs 16:24 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 16:24 Chinese Bible Proverbs 16:24 French Bible Proverbs 16:24 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 16:24 Pleasant words are a honeycomb sweet (Prov. 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