Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.

Bible References

General references

Proverbs 12:16
A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
Proverbs 14:33
Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, and is even made known in the inward part of fools.
Judges 16:17
He told her all his heart, and said to her, "No razor has ever come on my head; for I have been a Nazirite to God from my mother's womb. If I am shaved, then my strength will go from me, and I will become weak, and be like any other man."
Amos 5:13
Therefore a prudent person keeps silent in such a time, for it is an evil time.
Micah 7:5
Don't trust in a neighbor. Don't put confidence in a friend. With the woman lying in your embrace, be careful of the words of your mouth!