Berean Standard Bible
“A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.”
Proverbs often contrasts how wise and foolish people handle anger. This verse looks at how each reacts when insulted.
Open Study notes above for the full note.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.
World English Bible (WEB)
A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
King James Version (KJV)
A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
American Standard Version (ASV)
A fool`s vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.
Bible in Basic English (BBE)
A foolish man lets his trouble be openly seen, but a sharp man keeps shame secret.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)
El necio luego al punto da á conocer su ira: mas el que disimula la injuria es cuerdo.
Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)
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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)
El necio se enfurece fácilmente, pero el prudente se mantiene sereno cuando lo insultan.
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