“Should a multitude of words go unanswered, and should one full of talk be vindicated?
Proverbs 10:19 - New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021 When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but the prudent are restrained in speech. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: But he that refraineth his lips is wise. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition In a multitude of words transgression is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is prudent. American Standard Version (1901) In the multitude of words there wanteth not transgression; But he that refraineth his lips doeth wisely. Common English Bible With lots of words comes wrongdoing, but the wise restrain their lips. Catholic Public Domain Version In a multitude of speaking, sin will not be lacking. But whoever tempers his lips is most prudent. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version In the multitude of words there shall not want sin: but he that refraineth his lips is most wise. |
“Should a multitude of words go unanswered, and should one full of talk be vindicated?
I said, “I will guard my ways that I may not sin with my tongue; I will keep a muzzle on my mouth as long as the wicked are in my presence.”
Whoever belittles another lacks sense, but an intelligent person remains silent.
A gossip goes about telling secrets, but one who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a confidence.
One who is clever conceals knowledge, but the mind of a fool broadcasts folly.
Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits.
Guard your steps when you go to the house of God; to draw near to listen is better than the sacrifice offered by fools, for they do not know how to keep from doing evil.
Never be rash with your mouth nor let your heart be quick to utter a word before God, for God is in heaven and you upon earth; therefore let your words be few.
You must understand this, my beloved brothers and sisters: let everyone be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger,
For all of us make many mistakes. Anyone who makes no mistakes in speaking is mature, able to keep the whole body in check with a bridle.