and have supported the failing with words, and have imparted courage to feeble knees.

[ 16:6] And would there were strength in my mouth, and I would not spare the movement of my lips.

Some wound as they speak, like swords, but the tongues of the wise heal.

[Men] call the wise and understanding evil, but they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more.

The heart of the wise will discern the [things which proceed] from his own mouth, and on his lips he will wear knowledge.

Life and death are in the power of the tongue, and they that rule it shall eat the fruits thereof.

As a golden apple in a necklace of sardius, so [is it] to speak a wise word.

The Preacher sought diligently to find out acceptable words, and a correct writing, [even] words of truth.

The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails firmly fastened, which have been given from one shepherd by agreement.

Oh that you would be silent, and it would be wisdom to you in the end.

What! Is there any reason in vain words? Or what will hinder you from answering?

I also will speak as you do- if indeed your soul were in my [soul's] place, [ 16:5] then would I insult you with words, and I would shake my head at you!

How then do you comfort me in vain? Since I have no rest from your molestation.

But if not, who is he that says I speak falsely, and will make my words of no account?

And he was also very angry with his three friends, because they were not able to return answers to Job, yet set him down for an ungodly man.