Proverbs 12:16

New Century Version

Fools quickly show that they are upset, but the wise ignore insults.

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Anger kills the fool, and jealousy slays the stupid.

Hatred stirs up trouble, but love forgives all wrongs.

An honest witness tells the truth, but a dishonest witness tells lies.

Wisdom lives in those with understanding, and even fools recognize it.

Understanding is like a fountain which gives life to those who use it, but foolishness brings punishment to fools.

Whoever forgives someone’s sin makes a friend, but gossiping about the sin breaks up friendships.

Those who do not control themselves are like a city whose walls are broken down.

Stone is heavy, and sand is weighty, but a complaining fool is worse than either.

Foolish people lose their tempers, but wise people control theirs.

My dear brothers and sisters, always be willing to listen and slow to speak. Do not become angry easily,