OLD TESTAMENT

Proverbs 10:19

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19

In the multitude of words there is no lack of disobedience, but he who restrains his lips does wisely.

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Verse 19. Sin. A prolix discourse on subjects of importance is not reprehended. Saint Augustine Retrac. 1.—But it is very difficult to speak much, without going against some virtue. Calmet.

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