Proverbs 16:32

He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:32

BSB
He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city.
AKJV
He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that rules his spirit than he that takes a city.
CPDV
A patient man is better than a strong one. And whoever rules his soul is better than one who assaults cities.
ERV
He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
NHEB
One who is slow to anger is better than the mighty; one who rules his spirit, than he who takes a city.
SMT
He slow to anger is, good above the strong; and, he ruling over his spirit above him taking a city,

Commentary for Proverbs 16:32

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 16:32
Summary
Self-control surpasses military strength and conquest
Event
Patience exceeds military power
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom