Verse 19

When words are many, sin is unavoidable, but the one who restrains his lips is wise.

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Referenced Verses

  • Jas 3:2 : 2 For we all stumble in many ways. If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to also control his whole body.
  • Jas 1:19 : 19 My beloved brothers and sisters, let every person be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger.
  • Ps 39:1 : 1 For the director of music, for Jeduthun, a psalm of David.
  • Eccl 5:3 : 3 When you make a vow to God, do not delay in fulfilling it, for He takes no pleasure in fools. Fulfill what you promise.
  • Prov 17:27-28 : 27 The one who holds back his words has knowledge, and the one who is calm in spirit is a person of understanding. 28 Even a fool is considered wise if they keep silent, and discerning when they shut their lips.
  • Eccl 10:13-14 : 13 The beginning of a fool's speech is foolishness, and the end of it is evil madness. 14 A fool multiplies words; no one knows what will happen, and who can tell him what will come after him?