Verse of the Day

　　

Proverbs 10:19

When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.

　　

Translations of Today's Verse

King James Version

In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.

English Standard Version

When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but whoever restrains his lips is prudent.

The Message

The more talk, the less truth; the wise measure their words.

New King James Version

In the multitude of words sin is not lacking, But he who restrains his lips is wise.

New Living Translation

Don't talk too much, for it fosters sin. Be sensible and turn off the flow!

　　

Commentary on Today's Verse

Commentary on Proverbs 10:19

(Read Proverbs 10:19)

　　Those that speak much, speak much amiss. He that checks himself is a wise man, and therein consults his own peace.

　　

Proverbs 10:19 In-Context

17 Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.

　　18 Whoever conceals hatred with lying lips and spreads slander is a fool.

　　19 Sin is not ended by multiplying words, but the prudent hold their tongues.

　　20 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver, but the heart of the wicked is of little value.

　　21 The lips of the righteous nourish many, but fools die for lack of sense.