Proverbs 17:27

New Century Version

The wise say very little, and those with understanding stay calm.

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People who work for peace in a peaceful way plant a good crop of right-living.

My dear brothers and sisters, always be willing to listen and slow to speak. Do not become angry easily,

Patient people have great understanding, but people with quick tempers show their foolishness.

If you talk a lot, you are sure to sin; if you are wise, you will keep quiet.

We all make many mistakes. If people never said anything wrong, they would be perfect and able to control their entire selves, too.

Good people think before they answer, but the wicked simply pour out evil.

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

Patience is better than strength. Controlling your temper is better than capturing a city.