Proverbs 17:27

He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 17:27

BSB
A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit.
AKJV
He that has knowledge spares his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
CPDV
Whoever moderates his words is learned and prudent. And a man of learning has a precious spirit.
ERV
He that spareth his words hath knowledge: and he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
NHEB
He who spares his words has knowledge. He who is even tempered is a man of understanding.
SMT
He withholding his words will shew knowledge: I man of understanding is a cool spirit.

Commentary for Proverbs 17:27

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 17:27
Summary
Knowledgeable person restrains unnecessary speech
Event
Praise of restraint
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom