Proverbs 12:16

A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.

Cross References (9)

  • Proverbs 29:11 (14)

    A fool vents all his anger, but a wise man holds it back.

  • James 1:19 (10)

    My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,

  • Proverbs 10:12 (8)

    Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers all transgressions.

  • Proverbs 17:9 (7)

    Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends.

  • Proverbs 25:28 (7)

    Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who does not control his temper.

  • Proverbs 14:33 (5)

    Wisdom rests in the heart of the discerning; even among fools she is known.

  • Proverbs 16:22 (5)

    Understanding is a fountain of life to its possessor, but the discipline of fools is folly.

  • 1 Kings 19:1–2 (2)

    Now Ahab told Jezebel everything that Elijah had done and how he had killed all the prophets with the sword.

  • 1 Samuel 20:30–34 (1)

    Then Saul’s anger burned against Jonathan, and he said to him, “You son of a perverse and rebellious woman! Do I not kno