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Ecclesiastes 10:12 Β· KJV

"The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself."

King James Version

What does Ecclesiastes 10:12 mean? β†’

Passage Context

10If the iron be blunt, and he do not whet the edge, then must he put to more strength: but wisdom is profitable to direct.
11Surely the serpent will bite without enchantment; and a babbler is no better.
12The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself.
13The beginning of the words of his mouth is foolishness: and the end of his talk is mischievous madness.
14A fool also is full of words: a man cannot tell what shall be; and what shall be after him, who can tell him?

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Reflection Questions

1

How do your words reflect your inner wisdom?

2

What does it mean for you to speak graciously?

3

When have you regretted something you said?

Life Application

communication

Practice speaking kindly and thoughtfully to those around you.

self-reflection

Regularly assess the impact of your words on your relationships.

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