Proverbs 17:27

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

Transgression is at work where people talk too much, but anyone who holds his tongue is prudent.

The mind of the righteous thinks before speaking, but the wicked person spews out evil.

You must understand this, my dear brothers. Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry.

For all of us make many mistakes. If someone does not make any mistakes when he speaks, he is perfect and able to control his whole body.

Whoever controls his temper is better than a warrior, and anyone who has control of his spirit is better than someone who captures a city.

The softly spoken words of the wise are to be heard rather than the shouts of a ruler of fools.

And a harvest of righteousness is grown from the seed of peace planted by peacemakers.

Whoever watches his mouth and tongue keeps himself from trouble.