Proverbs 10:19

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

When there are many words, sin is unavoidable, but the one who controls his lips is prudent.

Cross References

James 3:2

For we all stumble in many ways.  If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is mature, able also to control the whole body.

James 1:19

My dear brothers and sisters, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,

Ecclesiastes 5:3

Just as dreams accompany much labour, so also a fool’s voice comes with many words.

Job 11:2

Should this abundance of words  go unanswered and such a talker  be acquitted?

Proverbs 18:21

Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.

Ecclesiastes 5:2

Do not be hasty to speak, and do not be impulsive to make a speech before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.

Proverbs 11:12

Whoever shows contempt for his neighbour lacks sense, but a person with understanding keeps silent.

Proverbs 11:13

A gossip goes around revealing a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.

Proverbs 12:23

A shrewd person conceals knowledge, but a foolish heart publicises stupidity.

Ecclesiastes 5:1

Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Better to approach in obedience than to offer the sacrifice as fools do,  for they ignorantly do wrong.