Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue. (NIV) Proverbs 17:28
How do your words get you into trouble? Listen to just a few proverbs that deal with holding your tongue:
- Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out. (Proverbs 17:14)
- He who loves a quarrel loves sin; he who builds a high gate invites destruction. (Proverbs 17:19)
- A man of knowledge uses words with restraint, and a man of understanding is even-tempered. (Proverbs 17:27)
- Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue. (Proverbs 17:28)
- He who guards his mouth and his tongue keeps himself from calamity.(Proverbs 21:23)
- Without wood a fire goes out; without gossip a quarrel dies down. (Proverbs 26:20)
- A quarrelsome wife is like a constant dripping on a rainy day; (Proverbs 27:15)
- Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him.(Proverbs 29:20)
Is your foot getting into your mouth a few too many times? Is it time to start holding your tongue? Why not begin today?
