^19 (A)When words are many, transgression is not lacking,
    ^(B)but whoever restrains his lips is prudent.

¹² Whoever ^(A)belittles his neighbor lacks sense,
    but a man of understanding remains silent.

^23 (A)A prudent man conceals knowledge,
    ^(B)but the heart of fools proclaims folly.

²⁸ Even a fool ^(A)who keeps silent is considered wise;
    when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.

^23 (A)Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue
    ^(B)keeps himself out of ^(C)trouble.