Proverbs 17:28
Even a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent, and discerning when he holds his tongue.
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is counted wise. When he shuts his lips, he is thought to be discerning.
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise; When he shutteth his lips, he is esteemed as prudent.
Related passages
From the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, grouped by the word they explain.
- Proverbs 17:28
- Proverbs 15:2; Job 13:5; Ecclesiastes 5:3; Ecclesiastes 10:3, 14