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Proverbs 12:16

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16When a stubborn fool is irritated, he shows it immediately, 

but a sensible person hides the insult. 

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ESVEnglish Standard Version

The vexation of a fool is known at once,

but the prudent ignores an insult.

NIVNew International Version (2011)

Fools show their annoyance at once,

but the prudent overlook an insult.

CSBChristian Standard Bible

A fool’s displeasure is known at once,

but whoever ignores an insult is sensible.

NLTNew Living Translation

A fool is quick-tempered,

but a wise person stays calm when insulted.

LEBThe Lexham English Bible

As for a fool, on that very day he makes his anger known,

but he who ignores an insult is prudent.

KJV 1900King James Version

A fool’s wrath is presently known:

But a prudent man covereth shame.