Parallel Verses
Amplified
The [arrogant] fool’s anger is quickly known [because he lacks self-control and common sense],
But a prudent man ignores an insult.
New American Standard Bible
But a prudent man conceals dishonor.
King James Version
A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
Holman Bible
but whoever ignores an insult is sensible.
International Standard Version
The anger of a fool becomes readily apparent, but the prudent person overlooks an insult.
A Conservative Version
A fool's vexation is instantly known, but a prudent man conceals shame.
American Standard Version
A fool's vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.
Bible in Basic English
A foolish man lets his trouble be openly seen, but a sharp man keeps shame secret.
Darby Translation
The vexation of the fool is presently known; but a prudent man covereth shame.
Julia Smith Translation
The foolish one in the day shall make known his anger: but the prudent one covered dishonor.
King James 2000
A fool's wrath is at once known: but a prudent man covers shame.
Lexham Expanded Bible
As for a fool, {on that very day} he makes his anger known, but he who ignores an insult [is] prudent.
Modern King James verseion
A fool's vexation is known in a day, but the astute one covers shame.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
A fool uttereth his wrath in all the haste, but a discreet man forgiveth wrong.
NET Bible
A fool's annoyance is known at once, but the prudent overlooks an insult.
New Heart English Bible
A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
The Emphasized Bible
A foolish man, on the same day, letteth his vexation be known, but, he that concealeth an affront, is prudent.
Webster
A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
World English Bible
A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
Youngs Literal Translation
The fool -- in a day is his anger known, And the prudent is covering shame.
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Word Count of 20 Translations in Proverbs 12:16
Verse Info
Context Readings
Proverbs Of Solomon
15
The way of the [arrogant] fool [who rejects God’s wisdom] is right in his own eyes,
But a wise and prudent man is he who listens to counsel.
The [arrogant] fool’s anger is quickly known [because he lacks self-control and common sense],
But a prudent man ignores an insult.
He who speaks truth [when he testifies] tells what is right,
But a false witness utters deceit [in court].
Cross References
Proverbs 29:11
A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger,
But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.
Proverbs 10:12
Hatred stirs up strife,
But love covers and overwhelms all transgressions [forgiving and overlooking another’s faults].
Proverbs 17:9
He who covers and forgives an offense seeks love,
But he who repeats or gossips about a matter separates intimate friends.
James 1:19
Understand this, my beloved brothers and sisters. Let everyone be quick to hear [be a careful, thoughtful listener], slow to speak [a speaker of carefully chosen words and], slow to anger [patient, reflective, forgiving];
1 Samuel 20:30-34
Then Saul’s anger burned against Jonathan and he said to him, “You son of a
1 Kings 19:1-2
Now Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and how he had killed all the prophets [of Baal] with the sword.
Proverbs 14:33
Wisdom rests [silently] in the heart of one who has understanding,
But what is in the heart of [shortsighted] fools is made known.
Proverbs 16:22
Understanding (spiritual insight) is a [refreshing and boundless] wellspring of life to those who have it,
But to give instruction and correction to fools is foolishness.
Proverbs 25:28
Like a city that is broken down and without walls [leaving it unprotected]
Is a man who has no self-control over his spirit [and sets himself up for trouble].