20 Do you see a man who is hasty min his words?
nThere is more hope for a fool than for him.
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Proverbs 10:19
When words are many, transgression is not lacking,
but whoever restrains his lips is prudent.
Proverbs 17:27–28
Whoever restrains his words has knowledge,
and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise;
when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.
James 1:19
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger;
James 1:26
If anyone thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person’s religion is worthless.
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