Verse of the Day (October 22, 2020) #BMSeminary – In verses 23, 30, 33 the second line begins with and, pointing up synonymous parallelism (see “Literary Style” in the Introduction). Appropriately spoken words (cf. 25:11-12), saying the right thing at the right time, delights (samakh; see comments on 15:20) not only the hearer but also the one who says them. Timely words (whether of love, encouragement, rebuke, or peacemaking) are beneficial. [Bible Knowledge Commentary]