Proverbs 10:19

Catholic Public Domain Version

In a multitude of speaking, sin will not be lacking. But whoever tempers his lips is most prudent.

Cross References

Job 11:2

Will he who speaks much, not also listen? Or will a talkative man be justified?

Psalm 39:1

Unto the end. A Psalm of David himself.

Proverbs 11:12

Whoever despises his friend is destitute in heart. But the prudent man will remain silent.

Proverbs 11:13

Whoever walks dishonestly reveals secrets. But whoever is of a faithful soul conceals what is confided by a friend.

Proverbs 12:23

A resourceful man conceals knowledge. And the heart of the unwise provokes foolishness.

Proverbs 18:21

Death and life are in the power of the tongue. Whoever values it shall eat from its fruits.

Ecclesiastes 5:1

You should not speak anything rashly, nor should your heart be hasty to present a word before God. For God is in heaven, and you are on earth. For this reason, let your words be few.

Ecclesiastes 5:2

Dreams follow many worries, and in many words foolishness will be found.

Ecclesiastes 5:3

If you have vowed anything to God, you should not delay to repay it. And whatever you have vowed, render it. But an unfaithful and foolish promise displeases him.

James 1:19

You know this, my most beloved brothers. So let every man be quick to listen, but slow to speak and slow to anger.

James 3:2

For we all offend in many ways. If anyone does not offend in word, he is a perfect man. And he is then able, as if with a bridle, to lead the whole body around.