Proverbs 17:27
He who has knowledge uses few words; a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
James 1:19
Therefore, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.
Proverbs 10:19
In the multitude of words, sin is not lacking; but he who holds back his lips is wise.
Proverbs 14:29
He who is slow to wrath is of great understanding, but he who is hasty of spirit exalts folly.
Proverbs 15:28
The heart of the righteous studies to answer, but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil things.
Proverbs 16:32
He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit is better than he who takes a city.
Ecclesiastes 9:17
The words of the wise are heard in quiet more than the cry of him who rules among fools.
James 3:2
For in many things we all offend. If anyone does not offend in word, the same is a full-grown man, able also to bridle the whole body.
James 3:18
And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.