OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 16

Proverbs 12:16

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A fool shows his annoyance the same day,

but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.

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Proverbs 12:16 in context

Proverbs 12:13–19

13

An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips,

but the righteous shall come out of trouble.

14

A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth.

The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.

15

The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,

but he who is wise listens to counsel.

16
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A fool shows his annoyance the same day,

but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.

17

He who is truthful testifies honestly,

but a false witness lies.

18

There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword,

but the tongue of the wise heals.

19

Truth’s lips will be established forever,

but a lying tongue is only momentary.

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