Proverbs 29:22

An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 29:22

BSB
An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.
AKJV
An angry man stirs up strife, and a furious man abounds in transgression.
CPDV
A short-tempered man provokes quarrels. And whoever is easily angered is more likely to sin.
ERV
An angry man stirreth up strife, and a wrathful man aboundeth in transgression.
NHEB
An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.
SMT
A man of anger will excite strife, and the possessor of wrath increased transgression.

Commentary for Proverbs 29:22

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 29:22
Summary
Angry person generates conflict and transgression
Event
Wrath causes strife and sin
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom