Proverbs 12:16
“A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.”
King James Version (KJV)
Other Translations of Proverbs 12:16
“A fooles wrath is presently knowen: but a prudent man couereth shame.”King James Version (1611) -
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“A fool's anger is known at once, But a prudent man conceals dishonor.”New American Standard Version (1995)
“A fool's vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.”American Standard Version (1901)
“A foolish man lets his trouble be openly seen, but a sharp man keeps shame secret.”Basic English Bible
“The vexation of the fool is presently known; but a prudent [man] covereth shame.”Darby Bible
“A fool immediately sheweth his anger: but he that dissembleth injuries is wise. ”Douay Rheims Bible
“A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame. ”Webster's Bible
“A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.”World English Bible
“The fool -- in a day is his anger known, And the prudent is covering shame.”Youngs Literal Bible
“ A fool's vexation is presently known; but a prudent man concealeth shame.”Jewish Publication Society Bible
Msafiri Kidunye's comment on 2013-09-05 23:38:54:
A foolish man is delighted to unleash his temper and have the people around him fear him. A wise man bears all the pain and insult inflicted on him with patience and reverence.
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