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Proverbs 12:16
16The [arrogant] fool’s anger is quickly known [because he lacks self-control and common sense], But a prudent man ignores an insult.
Proverbs 12:16 in other versions
- King James Version (KJV)A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
- New International Version (NIV)Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.
- English Standard Version (ESV)The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult.
- New King James Version (NKJV)A fool’s wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame.
Context of Proverbs 12:16
14A man will be satisfied with good from the fruit of his words, And the deeds of a man’s hands will return to him [as a harvest]. 15The way of the [arrogant] fool [who rejects God’s wisdom] is right in his own eyes, But a wise and prudent man is he who listens to counsel. The [arrogant] fool’s anger is quickly known [because he lacks self-control and common sense], But a prudent man ignores an insult. 17He who speaks truth [when he testifies] tells what is right, But a false witness utters deceit [in court]. 18There is one who speaks rashly like the thrusts of a sword, But the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Read all of Proverbs 12Proverbs 12:16 word by word
אֱוִ֗יל בַּ֭יּוֹם יִוָּדַ֣ע כַּעְס֑וֹ וְכֹסֶ֖ה קָל֣וֹן עָרֽוּם׃Read the interlinear
Words taken from the KJV.
Cross-references for Proverbs 12:16
- Proverbs 25:28Like a city that is broken down and without walls [leaving it unprotected] Is a man who has no self-control over his spirit [and sets himself up for trouble].
- Proverbs 29:11A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger, But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.
- 1 Samuel 20:30Then Saul’s anger burned against Jonathan and he said to him, “You son of a wayward, rebellious woman! Do I not know that you have chosen the son of Jesse [over me] to your own shame, and to the shame of your mother’s nakedness?
- 1 Kings 19:1Now Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets [of Baal] with the sword.
- Proverbs 10:12Hatred stirs up strife, But love covers and overwhelms all transgressions [forgiving and overlooking another’s faults].
- Proverbs 16:22Understanding (spiritual insight) is a [refreshing and boundless] wellspring of life to those who have it, But to give instruction and correction to fools is foolishness.
- Proverbs 17:9He who covers and forgives an offense seeks love, But he who repeats or gossips about a matter separates intimate friends.
- James 1:19Understand this, my beloved brothers and sisters. Let everyone be quick to hear [be a careful, thoughtful listener], slow to speak [a speaker of carefully chosen words and], slow to anger [patient, reflective, forgiving];
Commentaries on Proverbs 12:16
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 16A fool's wrath is presently known - We have a proverb very like this, and it will serve for illustration: - A fool's bolt is soon shot. A weak-minded man has no self-government; he is easily angered, and generally speaks whatever comes first to his mind.Read the comment
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 16Verse 16 A foolish man is soon angry, and is hasty in expressing it; he is ever in trouble and running into mischief. It is kindness to ourselves to make light of injuries and affronts, instead of making the worst of them.Read the comment
- Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 16Staying calm helps a wise person think clearly and avoid actions that might start a fight.Read the comment
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 1616. prudent ... shame--He is slow to denounce his insulters (Jas 1:19).Read the comment
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Commentaries on Proverbs 12
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
- Tyndale Open Study Notes
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
- Rashi on Tanakh
- Keil & Delitzsch Commentary
- John Wesley’s Notes
- Darby Translation Notes
- Geneva Bible Translation Notes
- Kingcomments
- Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
- Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
- Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
- EGW Writings
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