Proverbs 17:27

A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit.

Cross References (8)

  • James 3:18 (40)

    Peacemakers who sow in peace reap the fruit of righteousness.

  • James 1:19 (21)

    My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,

  • Proverbs 10:19 (14)

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

  • Proverbs 14:29 (14)

    A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.

  • Proverbs 15:28 (13)

    The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil.

  • James 3:2 (12)

    We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole

  • Ecclesiastes 9:17 (8)

    The calm words of the wise are heeded over the shouts of a ruler among fools.

  • Proverbs 16:32 (7)

    He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city