Proverbs 16:14

14 A king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but the wise will appease it.

Proverbs 16:14 in Other Translations

KJV
14 The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
ESV
14 A king's wrath is a messenger of death, and a wise man will appease it.
NLT
14 The anger of the king is a deadly threat; the wise will try to appease it.
MSG
14 An intemperate leader wreaks havoc in lives; you're smart to stay clear of someone like that.
CSB
14 A king's fury is a messenger of death, but a wise man appeases it.

Proverbs 16:14 In-Context

12 Kings detest wrongdoing, for a throne is established through righteousness.
13 Kings take pleasure in honest lips; they value the one who speaks what is right.
14 A king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but the wise will appease it.
15 When a king’s face brightens, it means life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!

Cross References 2

  • 1. S Genesis 40:2; S Job 29:24; Proverbs 20:2; Proverbs 19:12
  • 2. Proverbs 25:15; Proverbs 29:8; Ecclesiastes 10:4
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