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He who spares his words has knowledge. He who is even tempered is a man of understanding.
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Knowledge and Restrained Speech
Commentators consistently explain that a person with true knowledge doesn't feel the need to speak constantly. They "spare" or "restrain" their words. This isn't about being antisocial, but about avoiding rash, boastful, or angry speech. As one scholar notes, a wise person thinks much and says little, controlling their tongue as if with a bridle.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Better, a man of calm (or noble) spirit is a man of understanding.
19th Century
Anglican
He that hath knowledge ...—This verse will better be rendered, He that restrains his words has knowledge, and one who is cool …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He that has knowledge spareth his words Or, "he that knows knowledge" F3 ; one that is very knowing, has a fun…
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A man may show himself to be a wise man, by the good temper of his mind, and by the good control of his tongue. He is careful when he speaks, to sp…