💡WEB · Proverbs 29:11
What does Proverbs 29:11 mean?
"A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control."
— Proverbs 29:11 (World English Bible)
Surrounding context
Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.
If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.
The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.
A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.
If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.
The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: Yahweh gives sight to the eyes of both.
The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.
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