Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
General references
Bible References
General references
Proverbs 10:19
When words abound, transgression is inevitable, but the one who restrains his words is wise.
Proverbs 12:13
The evil person is ensnared by the transgression of his speech, but the righteous person escapes out of trouble.
Proverbs 13:3
The one who guards his words guards his life, but whoever is talkative will come to ruin.
Proverbs 17:27
The truly wise person restrains his words, and the one who stays calm is discerning.
Proverbs 18:21
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love its use will eat its fruit.
James 1:26
If someone thinks he is religious yet does not bridle his tongue, and so deceives his heart, his religion is futile.
James 3:2
For we all stumble in many ways. If someone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect individual, able to control the entire body as well.