Bible Verses about being Quiet

Compiled by The BibleStudyTools Staff on 02/22/2021
Bible Verses about being Quiet
There is “A time to keep silent, and a time to speak” - Ecclesiates 3:7. Being quiet can be a struggle, but it can also be a good virtue to have. The Bible commends those who are able to keep the peace and listen, however, discourages being quiet due to timidness. Through God's words we can be empowered to speak out for it can lead to great things. Through these Bible verses we can find a balance and learn the importance of being quiet to seek God and grow in wisdom.

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27 The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.
28 Even fools are thought wise if they keep silent, and discerning if they hold their tongues.
7 a time to tear and a time to mend, a time to be silent and a time to speak,
1 By the humility and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am “timid” when face to face with you, but “bold” toward you when away!
2 I beg you that when I come I may not have to be as bold as I expect to be toward some people who think that we live by the standards of this world.
15 He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.
7 They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not know what they are talking about or what they so confidently affirm.
Your Daily Verse - James 1:19
19 My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,
15 But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,
16 keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander.
16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness,