Verse Comparison: Proverbs 15:18
American Standard Version
A wrathful man stirreth up contention; But he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
Amplified® Bible
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger appeases contention.
Contemporary English Version
Losing your temper causes a lot of trouble, but staying calm settles arguments.
Darby English Version
A furious man stirreth up contention; but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
Good News Bible
Hot tempers cause arguments, but patience brings peace.
King James Version
A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.
New American Standard Bible
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, But the slow to anger calms a dispute.
New International Version
A hot-tempered man stirs up dissension,
but a patient man calms a quarrel.
New King James Version
A wrathful man stirs up strife,
But he who is slow to anger allays contention.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, But the slow to anger calms a dispute.
Revised Standard Version
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger quiets contention.
Young's Literal Translation
A man of fury stirreth up contention, And the slow to anger appeaseth strife.
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