Proverbs 17:27 - Compare All Versions
Proverbs 17:27 MSG (The Message)
The one who knows much says little; an understanding person remains calm.
Proverbs 17:27 KJV (King James Version)
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: And a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
Proverbs 17:27 NASB1995 (New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995)
He who restrains his words has knowledge, And he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
Proverbs 17:27 NCV (New Century Version)
The wise say very little, and those with understanding stay calm.
Proverbs 17:27 ASV (American Standard Version)
He that spareth his words hath knowledge; And he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
Proverbs 17:27 NIV (New International Version)
The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.
Proverbs 17:27 NKJV (New King James Version)
He who has knowledge spares his words, And a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.
Proverbs 17:27 AMP (Amplified Bible)
He who has knowledge restrains and is careful with his words, And a man of understanding and wisdom has a cool spirit (self-control, an even temper). [James 1:19]
Proverbs 17:27 NLT (New Living Translation)
A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered.
Proverbs 17:27 TPT (The Passion Translation)
Can you bridle your tongue when your heart is under pressure? That’s how you show that you are wise. An understanding heart keeps you cool, calm, and collected, no matter what you’re facing.
Proverbs 17:27 ESV (English Standard Version 2025)
Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.