Proverbs 21:23

Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 21:23

BSB
He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.
AKJV
Whoever keeps his mouth and his tongue keeps his soul from troubles.
CPDV
Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue guards his soul from anguish.
ERV
Whoso keepeth his mouth and his tongue keepeth his soul from troubles.
NHEB
Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue keeps his soul from troubles.
SMT
He watching his mouth and his tongue watches his soul from straits.

Commentary for Proverbs 21:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 21:23
Summary
Self-control over speech protects person from harm
Event
Speech control prevents troubles
Estimated Time Period
c. 950-700 BC
Category
Wisdom