Proverbs 12:16

 

“A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.”
King James Version (KJV)


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Other Translations of Proverbs 12:16

A fooles wrath is presently knowen: but a prudent man couereth shame.
- King James Version (1611) - Compare to scan of original Proverbs chapter 12

A fool's anger is known at once, But a prudent man conceals dishonor.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

A fool's vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.
- American Standard Version (1901)

A foolish man lets his trouble be openly seen, but a sharp man keeps shame secret.
- Basic English Bible

The vexation of the fool is presently known; but a prudent [man] covereth shame.
- Darby Bible

A fool immediately sheweth his anger: but he that dissembleth injuries is wise.
- Douay Rheims Bible

A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
- Webster's Bible

A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
- World English Bible

The fool -- in a day is his anger known, And the prudent is covering shame.
- Youngs Literal Bible

A fool's vexation is presently known; but a prudent man concealeth shame.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible


 

Msafiri Kidunye's comment on 2013-09-05 23:38:54:

A foolish man is delighted to unleash his temper and have the people around him fear him. A wise man bears all the pain and insult inflicted on him with patience and reverence.

 


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