Proverbs 17:28

World English Bible

Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is counted wise.
When he shuts his lips, he is thought to be discerning.

Proverbs 17:28 in other translations

Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise; When he shutteth his lips, he is esteemed as prudent.

26Also to punish the righteous is not good,
nor to flog officials for their integrity.
27He who spares his words has knowledge.
He who is even tempered is a man of understanding.
28Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is counted wise.
When he shuts his lips, he is thought to be discerning.