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Proverbs · Chapter 12

Proverbs 12:16

A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.

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Before · Proverbs 12:14–15

14A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth. The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him. 15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but he who is wise listens to counsel.

16A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.

After · Proverbs 12:17–18

17He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies. 18There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise heals.

Read all of Proverbs 12 (28 verses)

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