Cross-referencesExplore similar Bible verses on Ecclesiastes 3:7 in English Standard Version "a time to tear, and a time to sew; a time to keep silence, and a time to speak;" Ge 37:29 When Reuben returned to the pit and saw that Joseph was not in the pit, he tore his clothesAm 5:13 Therefore he who is prudent will keep silent in such a time, for it is an evil time.