Proverbs 17:28 - John Trapp Complete Commentary

Bible Comments

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

Ver. 28. Even a fool when he holdeth his peace, &c.]

“ πας τις απαιδευτος φρονιμωτατος εστι σιωπιων .”

"Oh that you would altogether hold your peace, and it should be your wisdom," saith Job to his friends that spake much, but said little Job 13:5

Proverbs 17:28

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