Proverbs 17:27

King James Version (Oxford) 1769

He that hath knowledge spareth his words: And a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.

Cross References

Proverbs 10:19

In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: But he that refraineth his lips is wise.

Proverbs 14:29

He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: But he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.

Proverbs 15:28

The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: But the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.

Proverbs 16:32

He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; And he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

Ecclesiastes 9:17

The words of wise men are heard in quiet more than the cry of him that ruleth among fools.

James 1:19

Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

James 3:18

And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.

James 3:2

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