Proverbs 15:18

Tree of Life Version

A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but one who is slow to anger calms a quarrel.

Cross References

2 Samuel 19:43

Then all the men of Judah answered the men of Israel, “Because the king is our close relative. So why are you angry over this matter? Have we eaten at all at the king’s cost? Or has he given us any gifts?”

Proverbs 10:12

Hatred stirs up strife but love covers up all transgressions.

Proverbs 14:29

One who is slow to anger shows great understanding, but a quick-tempered one exalts folly.

Proverbs 15:1

A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Proverbs 15:19

The way of the slacker is a hedge of thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway.

Proverbs 16:14

A king’s fury is like messengers of death, but a wise man will appease it.

Proverbs 16:28

A perverse person sows strife, and a gossip separates close friends.

Proverbs 22:24

Do not be friends with one given to anger or associate with a hot-tempered person,

Proverbs 25:15

Through patience a ruler may be persuaded, and a soft tongue can break a bone.

Proverbs 26:21

As coals are to embers and wood to fire, so is a contentious person to kindling strife.

Proverbs 28:25

A greedy soul stirs up strife, but one who trusts in Adonai prospers.

Proverbs 29:22

An angry man stirs up dissention, and a hotheaded one commits many transgressions.

Ecclesiastes 10:4

If a ruler’s spirit rises up against you, do not leave your post, for composure allays great offences.

Matthew 5:9

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.