James 1:19
My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,
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Cross references
- Proverbs 17:27 A man of knowledge restrains his words, and a man of understanding maintains a calm spirit.
- Proverbs 21:23 He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress.
- Proverbs 14:29 A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.