Proverbs 10:19

Modern English Version

When words are many, sin is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is wise.

Cross References

Job 11:2

“Should not the multitude of words be answered? And should a man full of talk be justified?

Psalm 39:1

I said, “I will guard my ways, lest I sin with my tongue; I will keep a muzzle on my mouth while the wicked are before me.”

Proverbs 11:12

He who is devoid of wisdom derides his neighbor, but a man of intelligence remains silent.

Proverbs 11:13

A talebearer reveals secrets, but he who is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.

Proverbs 12:23

A prudent man conceals knowledge, but the heart of fools proclaims folly.

Proverbs 18:21

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

Ecclesiastes 5:1

Guard your steps when you enter the house of God. Drawing near to obey is better than the sacrifice of fools, because they do not know that they are committing evil.

Ecclesiastes 5:2

Do not be quick to speak with your mouth, or be hasty to utter a word before God with your heart. For God is in heaven, and you are on the earth; therefore may your words be few.

Ecclesiastes 5:3

For a dream comes when there is a great burden, and a foolish voice when there are many words.

James 1:19

Therefore, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger,

James 3:2

We all stumble in many ways. But if any man does not stumble in what he says, he is a complete man and able also to control the whole body.