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

Other Translations of Proverbs 15:1

King James Version

151 A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

English Standard Version

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

The Message

151 A gentle response defuses anger, but a sharp tongue kindles a temper-fire.

New King James Version

151 A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.

New Living Translation

151 A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 15:1

Commentary on Proverbs 15:1

(Read Proverbs 15:1)

A right cause will be better pleaded with meekness than with passion. Nothing stirs up anger like grievous words.