Proverbs 10:19
When there are many words, transgression and offense are unavoidable,
But he who controls his lips and keeps thoughtful silence is wise.
James 3:2
For we all stumble and sin in many ways. If anyone does not stumble in what he says [never saying the wrong thing], he is a perfect man [fully developed in character, without serious flaws], able to bridle his whole body and rein in his entire nature [taming his human faults and weaknesses].
James 1:19
Understand this, my beloved brothers and sisters. Let everyone be quick to hear [be a careful, thoughtful listener], slow to speak [a speaker of carefully chosen words and], slow to anger [patient, reflective, forgiving];
Psalm 39:1
That I may not sin with my tongue;
I will muzzle my mouth
While the wicked are in my presence.”
Ecclesiastes 5:3
For the dream comes through much effort, and the voice of the fool through many words.
Proverbs 17:27-28
He who has knowledge restrains and is careful with his words,
And a man of understanding and wisdom has a cool spirit (self-control, an even temper).
Ecclesiastes 10:13-14
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But
He who has knowledge restrains and is careful with his words,
And a man of understanding and wisdom has a cool spirit (self-control, an even temper).
That I may not sin with my tongue;
I will muzzle my mouth
While the wicked are in my presence.”
General references
The one who guards his mouth [thinking before he speaks] protects his life;
The one who opens his lips wide [and chatters without thinking] comes to ruin.
He who guards his mouth and his tongue
Guards himself from troubles.