Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

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

General references

Bible References

Word

Proverbs 15:23
A person has joy in giving an appropriate answer, and a word at the right time -- how good it is!
Proverbs 24:26
Like a kiss on the lips is the one who gives an honest answer.
Ecclesiastes 12:10
The Teacher sought to find delightful words, and to write accurately truthful sayings.
Isaiah 50:4
The sovereign Lord has given me the capacity to be his spokesman, so that I know how to help the weary. He wakes me up every morning; he makes me alert so I can listen attentively as disciples do.

General references

Psalm 37:30
The godly speak wise words and promote justice.
Proverbs 18:20
From the fruit of a person's mouth his stomach is satisfied, with the product of his lips is he satisfied.

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