Proverbs 17:27

New International Version

The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.

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Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues.

Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.

The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil.

Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city.

The quiet words of the wise are more to be heeded than the shouts of a ruler of fools.

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,

Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.

We all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check.