Proverbs 17:28

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent  – discerning, when he seals his lips.

Cross References

Job 13:5

If only you would shut up and let that be your wisdom!

Proverbs 15:2

The tongue of the wise makes knowledge attractive, but the mouth of fools blurts out foolishness.

Ecclesiastes 10:14

yet the fool multiplies words. No one knows what will happen, and who can tell anyone what will happen after him?

Ecclesiastes 5:3

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

Ecclesiastes 10:3

Even when the fool walks along the road, his heart lacks sense, and he shows everyone he is a fool.

Proverbs 18:1

One who isolates himself pursues selfish desires; he rebels against all sound wisdom.

Job 32:16

Should I continue to wait now that they are silent, now that they stand there and no longer answer?