Proverbs 10:19
World English Bible
19 In the multitude of words there is no lack of disobedience,
but he who restrains his lips does wisely.
Proverbs 10:19
King James Version
19 In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.
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Proverbs 12:23
World English Bible
23 A prudent man keeps his knowledge,
but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.
Proverbs 12:23
King James Version
23 A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
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Proverbs 13:3
World English Bible
3 He who guards his mouth guards his soul.
One who opens wide his lips comes to ruin.
Proverbs 13:3
King James Version
3 He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life: but he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.
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Proverbs 17:28
World English Bible
28 Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is counted wise.
When he shuts his lips, he is thought to be discerning.
Proverbs 17:28
King James Version
28 Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
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Proverbs 18:13
World English Bible
13 He who answers before he hears,
that is folly and shame to him.
Proverbs 18:13
King James Version
13 He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
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Proverbs 21:23
World English Bible
23 Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue
keeps his soul from troubles.
Proverbs 21:23
King James Version
23 Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
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