16 A fool's wrath is presently [1] known: but a prudent man covereth shame.

Other Translations of Proverbs 12:16

New International Version

16 Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.

English Standard Version

16 The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult.

The Message

16 Fools have short fuses and explode all too quickly; the prudent quietly shrug off insults.

New King James Version

16 A fool's wrath is known at once, But a prudent man covers shame.

New Living Translation

16 A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:16

Commentary on Proverbs 12:16

(Read Proverbs 12:16)

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.

32 He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

Other Translations of Proverbs 16:32

New International Version

32 Better a patient person than a warrior, one with self-control than one who takes a city.

English Standard Version

32 Whoever is slow to anger is better than the mighty, and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.

The Message

32 Moderation is better than muscle, self-control better than political power.

New King James Version

32 He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, And he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.

New Living Translation

32 Better to be patient than powerful; better to have self-control than to conquer a city.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 16:32

Commentary on Proverbs 16:32

(Read Proverbs 16:32)

To overcome our own passions, requires more steady management, than obtaining victory over an enemy.