Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1
While Proverbs 17:27 suggests restraint, Proverbs 15:1 advises a soft answer, indicating speech rather than silence might turn away wrath.
Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:7
This verse mentions a time to speak, suggesting there are appropriate moments to express oneself, which could contradict the idea of holding back words.
Ecclesiastes 3:7: A time to rend, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;
Contradiction with Proverbs 27:5
This verse values open rebuke, potentially opposing the idea of restraining words due to the situations where frankness is beneficial.
Proverbs 27:5: Open rebuke [is] better than secret love.
Contradiction with Isaiah 58:1
This verse commands a loud proclamation, indicating assertive speech, which contrasts with the notion of minimizing words.
Isaiah 58:1: Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins. [aloud: Heb. with the throat]
Contradiction with Proverbs 31:8-9
Encourages speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves, opposing the idea of holding back one's words.
Proverbs 31:8-9: Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. [such...: Heb. the sons of destruction]