27 The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.
27 He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man
27 Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
27 The one who knows much says little; an understanding person remains calm.
27 He who has knowledge spares his words, And a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.
27 A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 17:27
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.