Proverbs 17:26-28

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²⁶ It is not right to punish a person who has done nothing wrong.
    It is wrong to beat honest people with sticks.
²⁷ A wise person does not talk too much.
    Anyone who keeps quiet shows that he understands things.
²⁸ Even a fool seems to be wise if he keeps quiet.
    If he keeps his mouth shut, people will think that he is clever.