¹⁹ In the multitude of words there wanteth not transgression;
But he that refraineth his lips ^[a]doeth wisely.

²³ A prudent man concealeth knowledge;
But the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.

³ He that guardeth his mouth keepeth his life;
But he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.

²⁸ Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise;
^[a]When he shutteth his lips, he is esteemed as prudent.

¹³ He that giveth answer before he heareth,
It is folly and shame unto him.

²³ Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue
Keepeth his soul from troubles.