Proverbs 10:19

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When there are ^amany words, transgression is unavoidable,

But ^bhe who holds back his lips has insight.

Proverbs 17:27

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He who ^aholds back his words ¹has knowledge,

And he who has a ^bcool spirit is a man of discernment.

Proverbs 17:28

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Even an ignorant fool, when he ^akeeps silent, is considered wise;

When he closes his lips, he is considered understanding.

Ecclesiastes 5:2

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2 ¹Do not be ^ahasty with your mouth or ²impulsive in your heart to bring up a matter in the presence of God. For God is in heaven but you are on the earth; therefore let your ^bwords be few.