Proclamation:
“The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and
whoever has understanding is even-tempered.
Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they
hold their tongues.” Proverbs 17:27-28
(NIV)
Explanation:
This proverb
was written by King Solomon under the influence of The Holy Spirit of God. Here he states that the wise person will
think before he speaks and he is careful when he speaks. The wise man also controls his temper as well
as his tongue. A fool can be mistaken
for someone wise if he keeps quiet and holds his tongue.
Application:
It has been
said that it is better to be thought of as foolish, than to open ones mouth and
remove all doubt. Those who are wise
think a lot and say very little. It is
good to communicate and share ones knowledge at the proper time and place. However, bragging and boasting, or speaking
in an ostentatious way is never appropriate.
Additionally, we do not have to offer our opinion on every topic which
is discussed. It is also never a good
idea to speak hastily, or when angry, without giving some thought to what you
are about to say. Our words should
always be “… seasoned with salt …” so that they will be helpful to the person
we are speaking to. (Colossians 4:6) Even
the truth does not always need to be spoken if it is not going to be helpful.
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