Proverbs 25:28

Proverbs 25:28 in 10 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

28Like a city whose walls are broken through

is a person who lacks self-control.

28 Like a city that is broken into and without walls

Sois a person who has no self-control over his spirit.

28Like 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]. [Prov 16:32]

28Like a city whose walls are broken down

is a man who does not control his temper.

28He whose spirit is without restraint

Is likea city that is broken down and without walls.

28A man that refraineth not his appetite, is like a citie which is broken downe and without walles.

28Like a city that is broken down and without walls

is a man whose spirit is without restraint.

28A person without self-control

is like a city whose walls are broken through.

28Somebody who cannot control his anger is in danger.

He is like a city that no longer has a strong wall round it.

28A city broken down without walls, || [Is] a man without restraint over his spirit!