Proverbs 10:19

New King James Version

In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, But he who restrains his lips is wise.

Cross References

James 3:2

For we all stumble in many things. If anyone does not stumble in word, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle the whole body.

James 1:19

So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath;

Ecclesiastes 5:3

For a dream comes through much activity, And a fool’s voice is known by his many words.

Psalm 39:1

I said, “I will guard my ways, Lest I sin with my tongue; I will restrain my mouth with a muzzle, While the wicked are before me.”

Job 11:2

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

Proverbs 18:21

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

Ecclesiastes 5:2

Do not be rash with your mouth, And let not your heart utter anything hastily before God. For God is in heaven, and you on earth; Therefore let your words be few.

Proverbs 11:12

He who is devoid of wisdom despises his neighbor, But a man of understanding holds his peace.

Proverbs 11:13

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

Proverbs 12:23

A prudent man conceals knowledge, But the heart of fools proclaims foolishness.

Ecclesiastes 5:1

Walk prudently when you go to the house of God; and draw near to hear rather than to give the sacrifice of fools, for they do not know that they do evil.