Proverbs 14:17
A man of quick temper acts foolishly, and a man of evil devices is hated.
In context
14 The backslider in heart will be filled with the fruit of his ways, and a good man will be filled with the fruit of his ways. 15 The simple believes everything, but the prudent gives thought to his steps. 16 One who is wise is cautious and turns away from evil, but a fool is reckless and careless.
17 A man of quick temper acts foolishly, and a man of evil devices is hated. 18 The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge. 19 The evil bow down before the good, the wicked at the gates of the righteous. 20 The poor is disliked even by his neighbor, but the rich has many friends.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 14:17 in the KJV
He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly: And a man of wicked devices is hated.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 14:17 in the NIV
A quick-tempered person does foolish things, and the one who devises evil schemes is hated.