Thematic Bible


Thematic Bible



Whoever shows contempt for his neighbor lacks sense,
but a man with understanding keeps silent.
Verse ConceptsProverbsRidicule, Nature OfSilenceSpeech, Negative Aspects OfTongueHeartlessnessHow Silence Is WiseDespising PeopleBelittling


Then they sat on the ground with him seven days and nights, but no one spoke a word to him because they saw that his suffering was very intense. Verse ConceptsGriefWeeksSeven DaysSitting In FellowshipIndividuals Being SilentLosing Friendsgrieving

If only you would shut up
and let that be your wisdom!
Verse ConceptsSilenceHow Silence Is WiseMan's Wisdom

I was speechless and quiet;
I kept silent, even from speaking good,
and my pain intensified.
Verse ConceptsMutenessIndividuals Being Silent

Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent,
discerning when he seals his lips.


> Verse ConceptsSilenceFoolishnessHow Silence Is WiseFools

י YodLet him sit alone and be silent,
for God has disciplined him.
Verse ConceptsSilenceIsolated PersonsSitting In DejectionPeople Being Silent