Proverbs 17:27

The intelligent person restrains his words,
and one who keeps a cool head
is a man of understanding.

James 1:19

My dearly loved brothers, understand this: Everyone must be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger,

Proverbs 10:19

When there are many words, sin is unavoidable,
but the one who controls his lips is wise.

Proverbs 14:29

A patient person shows great understanding,
but a quick-tempered one promotes foolishness.

Proverbs 15:28

The mind of the righteous person thinks before answering,
but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil things.

Proverbs 16:32

Patience is better than power,
and controlling one’s temper, than capturing a city.

Ecclesiastes 9:17

The calm words of the wise are heeded
more than the shouts of a ruler over fools.

James 3:2

for we all stumble in many ways. If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a mature man who is also able to control his whole body.

James 3:18

And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who cultivate peace.

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.

General references

Bible References

Spareth

Proverbs 10:19
When there are many words, sin is unavoidable,
but the one who controls his lips is wise.
Proverbs 15:28
The mind of the righteous person thinks before answering,
but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil things.
James 1:19
My dearly loved brothers, understand this: Everyone must be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger,
James 3:2
for we all stumble in many ways. If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a mature man who is also able to control his whole body.

An excellent spirit

Proverbs 16:32
Patience is better than power,
and controlling one’s temper, than capturing a city.
Ecclesiastes 9:17
The calm words of the wise are heeded
more than the shouts of a ruler over fools.
James 3:18
And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who cultivate peace.

General references

Proverbs 21:23
The one who guards his mouth and tongue
keeps himself out of trouble.

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