Proverbs 12:16

New International Reader's Version

Foolish people are easily upset. But wise people pay no attention to hurtful words.

Cross References

Job 5:2

Anger kills foolish people. Jealousy destroys those who are childish.

Proverbs 10:12

Hate stirs up fights. But love erases all sins by forgiving them.

Proverbs 12:17

An honest witness tells the truth. But a dishonest witness tells lies.

Proverbs 14:33

Wisdom rests in the hearts of those who understand what is right. And even among foolish people she makes herself known.

Proverbs 16:22

Understanding is like a fountain of life to those who have it. But foolish people are punished for the foolish things they do.

Proverbs 17:9

Whoever wants to show love forgives a wrong. But those who talk about it separate close friends.

Proverbs 25:28

A person without self-control is like a city whose walls are broken through.

Proverbs 27:3

Stones are heavy, and sand weighs a lot. But letting a foolish person make you angry is a heavier load than both of them.

Proverbs 29:11

Foolish people let their anger run wild. But wise people keep themselves under control.

James 1:19

My dear brothers and sisters, pay attention to what I say. Everyone should be quick to listen. But they should be slow to speak. They should be slow to get angry.