Proverbs 19:11

Modern English Version

The discretion of a man defers his anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense.

Cross References

2 Kings 5:12

Are not Abana and Pharpar, rivers of Damascus, better than all the waters of Israel? Could I not wash in them and be clean?” So he turned and went away in a rage.

Proverbs 11:13

A talebearer reveals secrets, but he who is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.

Proverbs 12:16

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

Proverbs 14:29

He who is slow to anger is of great understanding, but he who is hasty in temper exalts folly.

Proverbs 15:18

An angry man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger pacifies a quarrel.

Proverbs 16:32

He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.

Proverbs 17:14

The beginning of strife is like letting out water; so stop the contention before fighting begins.

Proverbs 20:22

Do not say, “I will pay back evil.” Wait on the Lord, and He will save you.

Proverbs 20:3

It is an honor for a man to cease from strife, but any fool is quick to quarrel.

Proverbs 25:21

If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink,

Proverbs 29:11

A fool utters all his anger, but a wise man restrains it.

Ephesians 4:32

And be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God in Christ also forgave you.

James 1:19

Therefore, my beloved brothers, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger,