Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
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.
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.
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.
and controlling one’s temper,
Ecclesiastes 9:17 The calm words of the wise are heeded
more than the shouts of a ruler over fools.
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.
keeps himself out of trouble.