Proverbs 17:28KJV

Protestant Bible · KJV · Verse 28 of 28

"Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: he that shutteth his lips a man of understanding."
— Proverbs 17:28

In context

26Also to punish the just not good, to strike princes for equity.

27He that hath knowledge spareth his words: a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.

28Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: he that shutteth his lips a man of understanding.