Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.
General references
Bible References
Heart
Proverbs 15:2 The tongue of the wise makes knowledge acceptable,
But themouth of fools spouts folly.
But the
Proverbs 16:23 The heart of the wise instructs his mouth
And addspersuasiveness to his lips.
And adds
1 Kings 3:23
Then the king said, “The one says, ‘This is my son who is living, and your son is the dead one’; and the other says, ‘No! For your son is the dead one, and my son is the living one.’”
Ecclesiastes 5:2 Do not be hasty in word or impulsive in thought to bring up a matter in the presence of God. For God is in heaven and you are on the earth; therefore let your words be few.
1 Peter 3:15
but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence;
General references
Proverbs 14:33 Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding,
But in thehearts of fools it is made known.
But in the
Matthew 15:18 But the things that proceed out of the mouth come from the heart, and those defile the man.