Proverbs 17:27
He that spareth his words is imbued with knowledge; And he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
Noyes Bible
In The King James Version
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
In Context
26Moreover, to punish the righteous is not good, Nor to smite the noble for their equity.
Cross References
Proverbs 10:19In the multitude of words there wanteth not offence; But he who restraineth his lips is wise.
Proverbs 15:28The heart of the righteous meditateth on his answer; But the mouth of the wicked poureth out evil things.
Ecclesiastes 9:17The quiet words of the wise are sooner heard than the shouting of a foolish ruler.
James 3:2For in many things we all offend. If any one offend not in speech, the same is a perfect man, able to bridle the whole body also.
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 →