Proverbs 12:16

Hebrew Names version (HNV)

A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.

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For resentment kills the foolish man, and jealousy kills the simple.

Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all wrongs.

He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.

Wisdom rests in the heart of one who has understanding, and is even made known in the inward part of fools.

Understanding is a fountain of life to one who has it, but the punishment of fools is their folly.

He who covers an offense promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best friends.

Like a city that is broken down and without walls is a man whose spirit is without restraint.

A stone is heavy, and sand is a burden; but a fool's provocation is heavier than both.

A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

So, then, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger;