Proverbs 14:17

17 He that is soon angry shall deal foolishly, and the man of wicked devices shall be 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 The simple believes every word, but the prudent man understands his steps.
16 The wise man fears and departs from evil, but the fool rages and is confident.
17 He that is soon angry shall deal foolishly, and the man of wicked devices shall be hated.
18 The simple shall inherit folly, but the prudent shall be crowned with wisdom.
19 Those who are evil shall bow before those who are good, and the wicked at the gates of the righteous.
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