Verse of the Day
Proverbs 17:28 NIV
Even a fool is thought wise if he keeps silent, and discerning if he holds his tongue.
Translations of Today's Verse
King 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.English Standard Version
Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent.The Message
Even dunces who keep quiet are thought to be wise; as long as they keep their mouths shut, they're smart.New King James Version
Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive.New Living Translation
Even fools are thought to be wise when they keep silent; when they keep their mouths shut, they seem intelligent.Proverbs 17:28 In-Context
26 If imposing a fine on the innocent is not good, surely to flog honest officials is not right.
27 The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.
28 Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues.
This Week's Daily Bible Verses
Thursday, January 01
Micah 7:18
Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy.
Read all of Micah 7 NIVWednesday, December 31
James 3:9-10
With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God's likeness. Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers, this should not be.
Read all of James 3 NIVTuesday, December 30
Matthew 7:7
"Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you."
Read all of Matthew 7 NIVMonday, December 29
Proverbs 10:14
Wise men store up knowledge, but the mouth of a fool invites ruin.
Read all of Proverbs 10 NIVSunday, December 28
Proverbs 11:18
The wicked man earns deceptive wages, but he who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.
Read all of Proverbs 11 NIVSaturday, December 27
Psalm 119:1-2
Blessed are they whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the LORD. Blessed are they who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart.
Read all of Psalm 119 NIVFriday, December 26
1 Timothy 6:17-19
Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.
Read all of 1 Timothy 6 NIV
Commentary on Today's Verse
Commentary on Proverbs 17:27-28
(Read Proverbs 17:27-28)
A man may show himself to be a wise man, by the good temper of his mind, and by the good government of his tongue. He is careful when he does speak, to speak to the purpose. God knows his heart, and the folly that is bound there; therefore he cannot be deceived in his judgment as men may be.