King James Version
A foolish son is a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare him.(Proverbs 17:25)
Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity.(Proverbs 17:26)
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.(Proverbs 17:27)
Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding.
Through desire a man, having separated himself, seeketh and intermeddleth with all wisdom.(Proverbs 18:1)
A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.(Proverbs 18:2)
When the wicked cometh, then cometh also contempt, and with ignominy reproach.(Proverbs 18:3)

Other publications related to "Proverbs 17:28":

Samuel Acevedo
Don't miss grace
The passage discusses greed, the danger of never being satisfied with success, and the true treasure in life. The speaker shares a personal story and encourages listeners to embrace grace and follow Jesus for a successful life.


Samuel Caraballo
Cheer up, young man, but ...
Advice for young people from Ecclesiastes 11:9


Proverbs 17:28 - Cross Reference

Yea also, when he that is a fool walketh by the way, his wisdom faileth him, and he saith to every one that he is a fool. (Ecclesiastes 10:3)
The tongue of the wise useth knowledge aright: but the mouth of fools poureth out foolishness. (Proverbs 15:2)
O that ye would altogether hold your peace! and it should be your wisdom. (Job 13:5)
For a dream cometh through the multitude of business; and a fool's voice is known by multitude of words. (Ecclesiastes 5:3)
A fool also is full of words: a man cannot tell what shall be; and what shall be after him, who can tell him? (Ecclesiastes 10:14)