Verse Comparison: Proverbs 14:17
American Standard Version
He that is soon angry will deal foolishly; And a man of wicked devices is hated.
Amplified® Bible
He who foams up quickly {and} flies into a passion deals foolishly, and a man of wicked plots {and} plans is hated.
Contemporary English Version
Fools have quick tempers, and no one likes you if you can't be trusted.
Darby English Version
He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly, and a man of mischievous devices is hated.
Good News Bible
People with a hot temper do foolish things; wiser people remain calm.
King James Version
He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated.
New American Standard Bible
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And a man of evil devices is hated.
New International Version
A quick-tempered man does foolish things,
and a crafty man is hated.
New King James Version
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly,
And a man of wicked intentions is hated.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And people hate a man of evil devices.
Revised Standard Version
A man of quick temper acts foolishly, but a man of discretion is patient.
Young's Literal Translation
Whoso is short of temper doth folly, And a man of wicked devices is hated.
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