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Proverbs 29:11

A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
Proverbs 29:11 · King James Version

In other versions

  • A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.

    ASV

  • A foolish man lets out all his wrath, but a wise man keeps it back quietly.

    BBE

  • A fool uttereth all his mind; but a wise [man] keepeth it back.

    DBY

  • A fool vents all of his anger, But a wise man brings himself under control.

    WEB

  • A fool bringeth out all his mind, And the wise till afterwards restraineth it.

    YLT

  • A fool utters all his mind: but a wise man keeps it in till afterwards.

    ENG

  • A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.

    WBT

  • A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.

    BSB

In context

9If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.

10The bloodthirsty hate the upright: but the just seek his soul.

11A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.

12If a ruler hearken to lies, all his servants are wicked.

13The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes.

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