OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 18

Proverbs 15:18

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A wrathful man stirs up contention,

but one who is slow to anger appeases strife.

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Proverbs 15:15–21

15

All the days of the afflicted are wretched,

but one who has a cheerful heart enjoys a continual feast.

16

Better is little, with the fear of the LORD,

than great treasure with trouble.

17

Better is a dinner of herbs, where love is,

than a fattened calf with hatred.

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A wrathful man stirs up contention,

but one who is slow to anger appeases strife.

19

The way of the sluggard is like a thorn patch,

but the path of the upright is a highway.

20

A wise son makes a father glad,

but a foolish man despises his mother.

21

Folly is joy to one who is void of wisdom,

but a man of understanding keeps his way straight.

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