Proverbs 29:11
A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.
In context
8 Scoffers set a city aflame, but the wise turn away wrath.
9 If a wise man has an argument with a fool, the fool only rages and laughs, and there is no quiet. 10 Bloodthirsty men hate one who is blameless and seek the life of the upright. 11 A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back. 12 If a ruler listens to falsehood, all his officials will be wicked.
13 The poor man and the oppressor meet together; the Lord gives light to the eyes of both. 14 If a king faithfully judges the poor, his throne will be established forever.
Compare in other versions
- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 29:11 in the KJV
A fool uttereth all his mind: But a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 29:11 in the NIV
Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.