Proverbs 17:27
One acquainted with knowledge is sparing his words, || And the cool of temper [is] a man of understanding.
Literal Standard Version
In The King James Version
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
In Context
26Also, [it] is not good to fine the righteous, || To strike nobles for uprightness.
28Even a fool keeping silence is reckoned wise, || He who is shutting his lips [seems] intelligent!
Cross References
Proverbs 10:19In the abundance of words transgression does not cease, || And whoever is restraining his lips [is] wise.
Proverbs 15:28The heart of the righteous meditates to answer, || And the mouth of the wicked utters evil things.
Ecclesiastes 9:17The words of the wise are heard in quiet, || More than the cry of a ruler over fools.
James 3:2for we all make many stumbles; if anyone does not stumble in word, this one [is] a perfect man, able to also bridle the whole body;
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 17:27
26 Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity. In differences that happen between magistrates and subjects, and such differences often arise, 1. Let magistrates see to it that they never punish the just, that they be in no case a terror to good works, for that is to abuse their power and betray that great trust which is reposed in them. It is not good, that is, it is a very evil thing, and will end ill, whatever end they may aim at in it. When princes become tyrants and persecutors their… Read the whole commentary →