Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Wise men lay up knowledge: but the mouth of the foolish is near destruction.
General references
Bible References
The mouth
Proverbs 10:8
The wise person accepts commands, but the chattering fool will be brought down.
Proverbs 13:3
Anyone who guards his words protects his life; anyone who talks too much is ruined.
Proverbs 18:7
A fool's mouth is his unraveling, and his lips entrap himself.
Proverbs 21:23
Whoever watches his mouth and tongue keeps himself from trouble.
General references
Proverbs 18:15
The mind of a discerning person gains knowledge, while the ears of wise people seek out knowledge.