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Proverbs 12:16

AngerWisdomForgiving others

14 By fruitful speech a man is filled with good things, and the work of his hands returns to him.

15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel.

A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.

17 He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.

18 Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

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BSB
A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.
KJV
A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
WEB
A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
ASV
A fool`s vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.
DARBY
The vexation of the fool is presently known; but a prudent [man] covereth shame.
BLB
The fool—in a day his anger is known; and a prudent one covers shame.
ÅB
Dårens vrede blir kjent samme dag, men den som skjuler krenkelser, er klok.
OTB
Dårer viser sin irritasjon umiddelbart, men de kloke overser en fornærmelse.
B1930
Dårens vrede blir kjent samme dag, men den som skjuler krenkelser, er klok.

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