Proverbs 10:19
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 10:19 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 10:19 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 10:19 — KJV
“In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips is wise.”
— Proverbs 10:19 (KJV)
Proverbs 10:19 in Context — About the Book of Proverbs
Proverbs is distilled wisdom for ordinary decisions — money, words, work, friendship, marriage, anger, and the tongue. Its premise is simple: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Thirty-one chapters make it the classic one-chapter-a-day book for praying through daily choices.
Cross-References for Proverbs 10:19
“Should not the multitude of words be answered? and should a man full of talk be justified? full...: Heb. of lips”
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“For the sin of their mouth and the words of their lips let them even be taken in their pride: and for cursing and lying which they speak.”
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“For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words.”
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“The words of a wise man's mouth are gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself. gracious: Heb. grace”
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“And these words of Esau her elder son were told to Rebekah: and she sent and called Jacob her younger son, and said unto him, Behold, thy brother Esau, as touching thee, doth comfort himself, purposing to kill thee.”
Shares key themes with Proverbs 10:19: words, sin
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