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) - View original scan of Proverbs chapter 12
 

“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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