Proverbs 17:26-28

International Standard Version

²⁶ Furthermore, it isn’t good to fine the righteous,
    or to beat an official because of his uprightness.

²⁷ Whoever controls what he says is knowledgeable;
    anyone who has a calm spirit is a man of understanding.
²⁸ Even a fool is thought to be wise when he remains silent;
    he is thought to be prudent when he keeps his mouth shut.