Proverbs 15:23 A man finds joy in giving an apt reply – and how good is a timely word!
Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
Proverbs 13:3 He who guards his lips guards his life, but he who speaks rashly will come to ruin.
Proverbs 12:18 Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Proverbs 17:27-28 A man of knowledge uses words with restraint . . . Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue.
Proverbs 18:13 He who answers before listening – that is his folly and his shame.
Proverbs 29:20 Do you see a man who speaks in haste? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
Proverbs 10:19 When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.
James 1:19 Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.
Proverbs 27:15 A quarrelsome wife is like a constant dripping on a rainy day.
Proverbs 21:9 Better to live on a corner of the roof than share a house with a quarrelsome wife.
Proverbs 20:19 A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid a man who talks too much.
Ephesians 4:29 Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.