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Proverbs 29:11

A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

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Proverbs 29:11 in other translations

KJV King James Version

A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

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

WEB World English Bible

A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

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In context

8 Mockers stir up a city, but wise men turn away anger.

9 If a wise man goes to court with a foolish man, the fool rages or scoffs, and there is no peace.

10 The bloodthirsty hate a man of integrity; and they seek the life of the upright.

11 A fool vents all of his anger, but a wise man brings himself under control.

12 If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

13 The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The Lord gives sight to the eyes of both.

14 The king who fairly judges the poor, his throne shall be established forever.

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