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
Christian Standard Bible
19 When there are many words, sin is unavoidable,
but the one who controls his lips is prudent.(A)
Proverbs 12:23
World English Bible
23 A prudent man keeps his knowledge,
but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.
Proverbs 12:23
Christian Standard Bible
23 A shrewd person conceals knowledge,
but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.(A)
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
Christian Standard Bible
3 The one who guards his mouth protects his life;(A)
the one who opens his lips invites his own ruin.(B)
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
Christian Standard Bible
28 Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent—
discerning, when he seals his lips.(A)
Proverbs 18:13
World English Bible
13 He who answers before he hears,
that is folly and shame to him.
Proverbs 18:13
Christian Standard Bible
13 The one who gives an answer before he listens—
this is foolishness and disgrace for him.(A)
Proverbs 21:23
World English Bible
23 Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue
keeps his soul from troubles.
Proverbs 21:23
Christian Standard Bible
23 The one who guards his mouth and tongue
keeps himself out of trouble.(A)
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