Proverbs 17:27

Catholic Public Domain Version

Whoever moderates his words is learned and prudent. And a man of learning has a precious spirit.

Cross References

Proverbs 10:19

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

Proverbs 14:29

Whoever is patient is governed by much prudence. But whoever is impatient exalts his foolishness.

Proverbs 15:28

The mind of the just meditates on obedience. The mouth of the impious overflows with evils.

Proverbs 16:32

A patient man is better than a strong one. And whoever rules his soul is better than one who assaults cities.

Ecclesiastes 9:17

The words of the wise are heard in silence, more so than the outcry of a prince among the foolish.

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 3:18

And so the fruit of justice is sown in peace by those who make peace.

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.