¹⁹ Sin is not ended by multiplying words,
    but the prudent hold their tongues.^(A)

²⁰ The tongue of the righteous is choice silver,
    but the heart of the wicked is of little value.

²¹ The lips of the righteous nourish many,
    but fools die for lack of sense.^(B)

²⁷ The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint,^(A)
    and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.^(B)

²⁸ Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent,
    and discerning if they hold their tongues.^(C)

² Desire without knowledge is not good—
    how much more will hasty feet miss the way!^(A)