Proverbs 17:28
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28Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent,
discerning when he seals his lips. x
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ESVEnglish Standard Version
Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise;
when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.
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NIVNew International Version (2011)
Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent,
and discerning if they hold their tongues.
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CSBChristian Standard Bible
Even a fool is considered wise when he keeps silent—
discerning, when he seals his lips.
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NLTNew Living Translation
Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent;
with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent.
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LEBThe Lexham English Bible
Even a fool who keeps silent shall be considered wise;
he who closes his lips is intelligent.
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KJV 1900King James Version
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise:
And he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
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