Proverbs 17:26-28
Young's Literal Translation
26 Also, to fine the righteous is not good, To smite nobles for uprightness.
27 One acquainted with knowledge is sparing his words, And the cool of temper [is] a man of understanding.
28 Even a fool keeping silence is reckoned wise, He who is shutting his lips intelligent!
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Proverbs 17:26-28
New International Version
26 If imposing a fine on the innocent is not good,(A)
surely to flog honest officials is not right.
27 The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint,(B)
and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.(C)
28 Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent,
and discerning if they hold their tongues.(D)
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