Proverbs 17:28 - The Scriptures 1998 Even a fool keeping silence is regarded as wise, As understanding, when he closes his lips. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: And he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition Even a fool when he holds his peace is considered wise; when he closes his lips he is esteemed a man of understanding. American Standard Version (1901) Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise; When he shutteth his lips, he is esteemed as prudent. Common English Bible Fools who keep quiet are deemed wise; those who shut their lips are smart. Catholic Public Domain Version If he would remain silent, even the foolish would be considered wise, and if he closes his lips, intelligent. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version Even a fool, if he will hold his peace shall be counted wise: and if he close his lips, a man of understanding. |