Proverbs 12:16
A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.
A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
Note presently: Heb. in that day
A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
A fool’s vexation is presently known; But a prudent man concealeth shame.
Related passages
From the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, grouped by the word they explain.
- fool's
- Proverbs 25:28; Proverbs 29:11; 1 Samuel 20:30–34; 1 Kings 19:1, 2
- presently
- Heb. in that day. but.
- Proverbs 10:12; Proverbs 16:22; Proverbs 17:9; Proverbs 29:11; James 1:19