Proverbs 29:11

Proverbs 29:11 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

11Fools give full vent to their rage,

but the wise bring calm in the end.

11A fool 29:11 Lit sends forth all his spiritalways loses his temper,

But a wise person holds it back.

11A fool always loses his temper,

But a wise man holds it back.

11A [shortsighted] fool always loses his temper and displays his anger,

But a wise man [uses self-control and] holds it back.

11A fool vents all his anger,

but a wise man holds it back.

11Foolish people let their anger run wild.

But wise people keep themselves under control.