Proverbs 12:16
Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.
In context
13 Evildoers are trapped by their sinful talk, and so the innocent escape trouble. 14 From the fruit of their lips people are filled with good things, and the work of their hands brings them reward. 15 The way of fools seems right to them, but the wise listen to advice. 16 Fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.
17 An honest witness tells the truth, but a false witness tells lies. 18 The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. 19 Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 12:16 in the KJV
A fool's wrath is presently known: But a prudent man covereth shame.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 12:16 in the ESV
The vexation of a fool is known at once, but the prudent ignores an insult.