Proverbs 1:5

1:5 (Let the wise also hear and gain instruction,

and let the discerning acquire guidance!)

Proverbs 9:9

9:9 Give instruction to a wise person, and he will become wiser still;

teach a righteous person and he will add to his learning.

Proverbs 15:23

15:23 A person has joy in giving an appropriate answer,

and a word at the right time – how good it is!

Proverbs 25:11-12

25:11 Like apples of gold in settings of silver,

so is a word skillfully spoken.

25:12 Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold,

so is a wise reprover to the ear of the one who listens.

Proverbs 27:9

27:9 Ointment and incense make the heart rejoice,

likewise the sweetness of one’s friend from sincere counsel.