Proverbs 21:23

New King James Version

Whoever guards his mouth and tongue Keeps his soul from troubles.

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He who guards his mouth preserves his life, But he who opens wide his lips shall have destruction.

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

If anyone among you thinks he is religious, and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this one’s religion is useless.

The wicked is ensnared by the transgression of his lips, But the righteous will come through trouble.

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

Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; Keep watch over the door of my lips.

The highway of the upright is to depart from evil; He who keeps his way preserves his soul.