Ecclesiastes 10:12

New Century Version

The words of the wise bring them praise, but the words of a fool will destroy them.

Cross References

2 Samuel 1:16

David had said to the Amalekite, “You are responsible for your own death. You confessed by saying, ‘I have killed the Lord’s appointed king.’ ”

Job 16:5

But, instead, I would encourage you, and my words would bring you relief.

Psalm 140:9

Those around me have planned trouble. Now let it come to them.

Psalm 37:30

Good people speak with wisdom, and they say what is fair.

Psalm 64:8

Their own words will be used against them. All who see them will shake their heads.

Proverbs 10:10

A wink may get you into trouble, and foolish talk will lead to your ruin.

Proverbs 10:8

The wise do what they are told, but a talkative fool will be ruined.

Proverbs 12:18

Careless words stab like a sword, but wise words bring healing.

Proverbs 15:2

Wise people use knowledge when they speak, but fools pour out foolishness.

Proverbs 15:23

People enjoy giving good advice. Saying the right word at the right time is so pleasing.

Proverbs 19:5

A witness who lies will not go free; liars will never escape.

Proverbs 22:11

Whoever loves pure thoughts and kind words will have even the king as a friend.

Proverbs 26:9

A wise saying spoken by a fool is like a thorn stuck in the hand of a drunk.

Proverbs 31:26

She speaks wise words and teaches others to be kind.

Ecclesiastes 12:11

Words from wise people are like sharp sticks used to guide animals. They are like nails that have been driven in firmly. Altogether they are wise teachings that come from one Shepherd.

Ecclesiastes 4:5

Some say it is foolish to fold your hands and do nothing, because you will starve to death.

Ecclesiastes 5:2

Think before you speak, and be careful about what you say to God. God is in heaven, and you are on the earth, so say only a few words to God.

Ecclesiastes 5:6

Don’t let your words cause you to sin, and don’t say to the priest at the Temple, “I didn’t mean what I promised.” If you do, God will become angry with your words and will destroy everything you have worked for.

Ecclesiastes 9:17

The quiet words of a wise person are better than the shouts of a foolish ruler.

Matthew 12:35

Good people have good things in their hearts, and so they say good things. But evil people have evil in their hearts, so they say evil things.

Luke 19:22

Then the king said to the servant, ‘I will condemn you by your own words, you evil servant. You knew that I am a hard man, taking money that I didn’t earn and gathering food that I didn’t plant.

Luke 4:22

All the people spoke well of Jesus and were amazed at the words of grace he spoke. They asked, “Isn’t this Joseph’s son?”

Ephesians 4:29

When you talk, do not say harmful things, but say what people need—words that will help others become stronger. Then what you say will do good to those who listen to you.

Colossians 4:6

When you talk, you should always be kind and pleasant so you will be able to answer everyone in the way you should.