Proverbs 19:11

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

It's wise to be patient and show what you are like by forgiving others.

Cross References

Proverbs 16:32

Controlling your temper is better than being a hero who captures a city.

Proverbs 14:29

It's clever to be patient, but it's stupid to lose your temper.

James 1:19

My dear friends, you should be quick to listen and slow to speak or to get angry.

Proverbs 15:18

Losing your temper causes a lot of trouble, but staying calm settles arguments.

Proverbs 12:16

Losing your temper is foolish; ignoring an insult is sensible.

Ephesians 4:32

Instead, be kind and merciful, and forgive others, just as God forgave you because of Christ.

Proverbs 20:3

It makes you look good when you avoid a fight— only fools love to quarrel.

Proverbs 25:21

If your enemies are hungry, give them something to eat. And if they are thirsty, give them something to drink.

Proverbs 17:14

The start of an argument is like a water leak— so stop it before real trouble breaks out.

2 Kings 5:12

What about the River Abana or the River Pharpar? Those rivers in Damascus are just as good as any river in Israel. I could have washed in them and been cured.”

Proverbs 11:13

A gossip tells everything, but a true friend will keep a secret.

Proverbs 29:11

Don't be a fool and quickly lose your temper— be sensible and patient.

Proverbs 20:22

Don't try to get even. Trust the LORD, and he will help you.