Proverbs 12:16

Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version

Fools are easily upset, but wise people avoid insulting others.

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Fools are quick to express their anger, but wise people are patient and control themselves.

My dear brothers and sisters, always be more willing to listen than to speak. Keep control of your anger.

Hatred causes arguments, but love overlooks all wrongs.

Forgive someone, and you will strengthen your friendship. Keep reminding them, and you will destroy it.

People who cannot control themselves are like cities without walls to protect them.

Good sense is a spring of fresh water to those who have it, but fools can offer only foolishness.

A wise person is always thinking wise thoughts, but a fool knows nothing about wisdom.

A fool’s anger will kill him. His jealousy will destroy him.

Good people speak the truth and can be trusted in court, but liars make bad witnesses.

A stone is heavy, and sand is hard to carry, but the irritation caused by a fool is much harder to bear.