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Berean Standard Bible

A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit.

Context

25A foolish son brings grief to his father and bitterness to her who bore him. 26It is surely not good to punish the innocent or to flog a noble for his honesty. 27A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit. 28Even a fool is considered wise if he keeps silent, and discerning when he holds his tongue.

English text: Berean Standard Bible (BSB). English audio: Berean Standard Audio Bible.