29 He who is slow to anger has great understanding,
but he who has a quick temper displays folly.

30 The life of the body is a heart at peace,
but envy rots the bones.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 14:29-30

Commentary on Proverbs 14:29

(Read Proverbs 14:29)

A mild, patient man is one that learns of Christ, who is Wisdom itself. Unbridled passion is folly made known.

Commentary on Proverbs 14:30

(Read Proverbs 14:30)

An upright, contented, and benevolent mind, tends to health.