Proverbs 17:27

God's Word

Whoever has knowledge controls his words, and a person who has understanding is even-tempered.

Cross References

Proverbs 10:19

Sin is unavoidable when there is much talk, but whoever seals his lips is wise.

Proverbs 14:29

A person of great understanding is patient, but a short temper is the height of stupidity.

Proverbs 15:28

The heart of a righteous person carefully considers how to answer, but the mouths of wicked people pour out a flood of evil things.

Proverbs 16:32

Better to get angry slowly than to be a hero. Better to be even-tempered than to capture a city.

Ecclesiastes 9:17

One should pay more attention to calm words from wise people than shouting from a ruler of fools.

James 1:19

Remember this, my dear brothers and sisters: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and should not get angry easily.

James 3:18

A harvest that has God’s approval comes from the peace planted by peacemakers.

James 3:2

All of us make a lot of mistakes. If someone doesn’t make any mistakes when he speaks, he would be perfect. He would be able to control everything he does.