Proverbs 15:1

New American Bible - revised edition

A mild answer turns back wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Cross References

2 Samuel 19:43

All the Judahites replied to the men of Israel: “Because the king is our relative. Why are you angry over this? Have we had anything to eat at the king’s expense? Or have portions from his table been given to us?”

1 Kings 12:7

They replied, “If today you become the servant of this people and serve them, and give them a favorable answer, they will be your servants forever.”

2 Chronicles 10:7

They replied, “If you will deal kindly with this people and please them, giving them a favorable reply, they will be your servants forever.”

Job 41:3

Whoever has assailed me, I will pay back— Everything under the heavens is mine.

Proverbs 10:12

Hatred stirs up disputes, but love covers all offenses.

Proverbs 15:18

The ill-tempered stir up strife, but the patient settle disputes.

Proverbs 25:15

By patience is a ruler persuaded, and a soft tongue can break a bone.

Proverbs 28:25

The greedy person stirs up strife, but the one who trusts in the Lord will prosper.

Proverbs 29:22

The ill-tempered stir up strife, and the hotheaded cause many sins.

Proverbs 29:8

Scoffers enflame the city, but the wise calm the fury.