Proverbs 17:27
King James Version (KJV)
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
American Standard Version (ASV)
He that spareth his words hath knowledge; And he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
World English Bible (WEB)
He who spares his words has knowledge. He who is even tempered is a man of understanding.
Proverbs 17:27 Cross References
In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.
The heart of the righteous studieth to answer: but the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.
Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body.
