Verse Comparison: Proverbs 29:11

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American Standard Version
A fool uttereth all his anger; But a wise man keepeth it back and stilleth it.

Amplified® Bible
A [self-confident] fool utters all his anger, but a wise man holds it back and stills it.

Contemporary English Version
Don't be a fool and quickly lose your temper-- be sensible and patient.

Darby English Version
A fool uttereth all his mind; but a wise [man] keepeth it back.

Good News Bible
Stupid people express their anger openly, but sensible people are patient and hold it back.

King James Version
A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.

New American Standard Bible
A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.

New International Version
A fool gives full vent to his anger,
but a wise man keeps himself under control.

New King James Version
A fool vents all his feelings,
But a wise man holds them back.

N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.

Revised Standard Version
A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man quietly holds it back.

Young's Literal Translation
A fool bringeth out all his mind, And the wise till afterwards restraineth it.

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