Verse Comparison: Proverbs 29:8

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American Standard Version
Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.

Amplified® Bible
Scoffers set a city afire [inflaming the minds of the people], but wise men turn away wrath.

Contemporary English Version
Sneering at others is a spark that sets a city on fire; using good sense can put out the flames of anger.

Darby English Version
Scornful men set the city in a flame; but the wise turn away anger.

Good News Bible
People with no regard for others can throw whole cities into turmoil. Those who are wise keep things calm.

King James Version
Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.

New American Standard Bible
Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.

New International Version
Mockers stir up a city,
but wise men turn away anger.

New King James Version
Scoffers set a city aflame,
But wise men turn away wrath.

N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.

Revised Standard Version
Scoffers set a city aflame, but wise men turn away wrath.

Young's Literal Translation
Men of scorning ensnare a city, And the wise turn back anger.

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