Proverbs 17:27

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

He that setteth bounds to his words is knowing and wise: and the man of understanding is of a precious spirit.

Cross References

James 3:18

And the fruit of justice is sown in peace, to them that make peace.

James 1:19

You know, my dearest brethren. And let every man be swift to hear, but slow to speak, and slow to anger.

Proverbs 14:29

He that is patient, is governed with much wisdom: but he that is impatient, exalteth his folly.

Proverbs 10:19

In the multitude of words there shall not want sin: but he that refraineth his lips is most wise.

James 3:2

For in many things we all offend. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man. He is able also with a bridle to lead about the whole body.

Proverbs 15:28

The mind of the just studieth obedience: the mouth of the wicked over floweth with evils.

Ecclesiastes 9:17

The words of the wise are heard in silence, more than the cry of a prince among fools.

Proverbs 16:32

The patient man is better than the valiant: and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh cities.