Verse 27
He that spareth his words hath knowledge; And he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
Referenced Verses
- Jas 1:19 : 19 Ye know [this], my beloved brethren. But let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
- Prov 10:19 : 19 In the multitude of words there wanteth not transgression; But he that refraineth his lips doeth wisely.
- Prov 14:29 : 29 He that is slow to anger is of great understanding; But he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.
- Prov 16:32 : 32 He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; And he that ruleth his spirit, than he that taketh a city.
- Jas 3:2 : 2 For in many things we all stumble. If any stumbleth not in word, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.
- Jas 3:18 : 18 And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace for them that make peace.
- Eccl 9:17 : 17 The words of the wise heard in quiet are better than the cry of him that ruleth among fools.
- Prov 15:28 : 28 The heart of the righteous studieth to answer; But the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.