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Remember the commandments, and do not be angry with your neighbor; remember the covenant of the Most High, and overlook ignorance.
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Refrain from strife, and you will lessen sins; for a man given to anger will kindle strife,
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and a sinful man will disturb friends and inject enmity among those who are at peace.
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In proportion to the fuel for the fire, so will be the burning, and in proportion to the obstinacy of strife will be the burning; in proportion to the strength of the man will be his anger, and in proportion to his wealth he will heighten his wrath.
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A hasty quarrel kindles fire, and urgent strife sheds blood.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.