Proverbs 17:27
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King James Version (modern wording)
He that has knowledge spares his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
Proverbs 17:27 (KJV)
American Standard Version
He that spareth his words hath knowledge; And he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
Proverbs 17:27 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit.
Proverbs 17:27 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 17:27 say?
Proverbs 17:27 in modern King James wording reads: "He that has knowledge spares his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit."
Where is Proverbs 17:27 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 17:27 is verse 27 of chapter 17 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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