Proverbs 14:17

17 He who is quick-tempered does stupid things, and one who does vile things is hated.

Proverbs 14:17 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 14:17

[He that is] soon angry dealeth foolishly
A man that is quick and short, of a hasty spirit, and presently discovers anger and resentment in his face; he says and does many foolish things, which he afterwards is sorry for, and repents, and is ashamed of; and he is to be pitied and forgiven; and a man of wicked devices is hated;
one that hides his anger, covers his resentment, contrives schemes to revenge himself, and waits an opportunity to put them in execution, is justly hateful to God and men.

Proverbs 14:17 In-Context

15 One who doesn't think believes every word, but the cautious understands his steps.
16 A wise person fears and turns away from evil, but a fool is reckless and overconfident.
17 He who is quick-tempered does stupid things, and one who does vile things is hated.
18 Thoughtless people inherit folly, but the cautious are crowned with knowledge.
19 The evil bow down before the good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
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