19 When there are (A)many words, transgression is unavoidable,But (B)he who holds back his lips has insight.
19 When there are many words, sin is unavoidable,but the one who controls his lips is wise.(A)
23 A (A)prudent man conceals knowledge,But the heart of fools proclaims folly.
23 A shrewd person conceals knowledge,but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.(A)
3 The one who (A)guards his mouth keeps his soul;The one who (B)opens wide his lips [a]comes to ruin.
3 The one who guards his mouth protects his life;(A)the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin.(B)
28 Even an ignorant fool, when he (A)keeps silent, is considered wise;When he closes his lips, he is considered understanding.
28 Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent,discerning when he seals his lips.(A)
13 He who (A)responds with a word before he hears,It is folly and shame to him.
13 The one who gives an answer before he listens—this is foolishness and disgrace for him.(A)
23 He who (A)keeps his mouth and his tongue,Keeps his soul from troubles.
23 The one who guards his mouth and tonguekeeps himself out of trouble.(A)
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