^28 (A)Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace;
When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive.

⁵ Oh, that you would be silent,
And ^(A)it would be your wisdom!

² The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly,
^(A)But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness.

^14 (A)A fool also multiplies words.
No man knows what is to be;
Who can tell him ^(B)what will be after him?

³ For a dream comes through much activity,
And ^(A)a fool’s voice is known by his many words.

³ Even when a fool walks along the way,
He lacks wisdom,
^(A)And he shows everyone that he is a fool.