Proverbs 16:20-22

New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Catholic Edition

²⁰Those who are attentive to a matter will prosper,
    and happy are those who trust in the Lord.
²¹The wise of heart is called perceptive,
    and pleasant speech increases persuasiveness.
²²Wisdom is a fountain of life to one who has it,
    but folly is the punishment of fools.

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