Proverbs 10:19
New American Standard Bible
19 When there are (A)many words, wrongdoing is unavoidable,
But (B)one who restrains his lips is wise.
Proverbs 10:19
New Living Translation
19 Too much talk leads to sin.
Be sensible and keep your mouth shut.
Proverbs 12:23
New American Standard Bible
23 A (A)prudent person conceals knowledge,
But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.
Proverbs 12:23
New Living Translation
23 The wise don’t make a show of their knowledge,
but fools broadcast their foolishness.
Proverbs 13:3
New American Standard Bible
Footnotes
- Proverbs 13:3 Lit ruin is his
Proverbs 13:3
New Living Translation
3 Those who control their tongue will have a long life;
opening your mouth can ruin everything.
Proverbs 17:28
New American Standard Bible
28 Even a fool, when he (A)keeps silent, is considered wise;
When he closes his lips, he is considered prudent.
Proverbs 17:28
New Living Translation
28 Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent;
with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent.
Proverbs 18:13
New American Standard Bible
13 One who (A)gives an answer before he hears,
It is foolishness and shame to him.
Proverbs 18:13
New Living Translation
13 Spouting off before listening to the facts
is both shameful and foolish.
Proverbs 21:23
New American Standard Bible
23 One who (A)guards his mouth and his tongue,
Guards his soul from troubles.
Proverbs 21:23
New Living Translation
23 Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut,
and you will stay out of trouble.
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