Proverbs 21:23

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He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue keeps his soul from troubles.

World English Bible (WEB)

Whoso keepeth{H8104}{(H8802)} his mouth{H6310} and his tongue{H3956} keepeth{H8104}{(H8802)} his soul{H5315} from troubles{H6869}.

Strong's King James

Him guarding his mouth and tongue, Guards his life from distress.

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The F.O.G Paraphrase

Whoso is keeping his mouth and his tongue, Is keeping from adversities his soul.

Young's Literal Translation

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