Proverbs 14:29

He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 14:29

BSB
A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.
AKJV
He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalts folly.
CPDV
Whoever is patient is governed by much prudence. But whoever is impatient exalts his foolishness.
ERV
He that is slow to anger is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.
NHEB
He who is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a quick temper displays folly.
SMT
The slow to anger of much understanding: and the short of spirit exalts folly.

Commentary for Proverbs 14:29

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 14:29
Summary
Patient restraint surpasses hasty emotional reaction
Event
Restraint produces understanding
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom