30 Best Proverbs On Anger

Proverbs On Anger

Anger is a natural emotion that can be motivating and beneficial in some cases, but it can also be destructive and harmful if not handled properly. In order to handle anger effectively, it’s important to understand the biblical principles that govern it. Here are some proverbs to help you manage your anger wisely:

Proverbs 14:29 (KJV)

He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.

Proverbs 19:11 (KJV)

The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.

Proverbs 29:22 (KJV)

An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.

Proverbs 15:1 (KJV)

A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Proverbs 29:11 (KJV)

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

Proverbs 20:3 (KJV)

It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.

Proverbs 10:12 (KJV)

Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.

Proverbs 27:15 (KJV)

A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious woman are alike.

Proverbs 15:18 (KJV)

A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.

Proverbs 29:8 (KJV)

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

Proverbs 14:17 (KJV)

He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated.

Proverbs 22:24 (KJV)

Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go:

Proverbs 13:10 (KJV)

Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom.

Proverbs 12:16 (KJV)

A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.

Proverbs 16:32 (KJV)

He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.

Proverbs 22:24-25 (KJV)

Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go: Lest thou learn his ways, and get a snare to thy soul.

Proverbs 12:18 (KJV)

There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.

Proverbs 17:27 (KJV)

He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.

Proverbs 20:22 (KJV)

Say not thou, I will recompense evil; but wait on the Lord, and he shall save thee.

Proverbs 30:33 (KJV)

Surely the churning of milk bringeth forth butter, and the wringing of the nose bringeth forth blood: so the forcing of wrath bringeth forth strife.

Proverbs 14:16-17 (KJV)

A wise man feareth, and departeth from evil: but the fool rageth, and is confident. He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated.

Proverbs 16:29 (KJV)

A violent man enticeth his neighbour, and leadeth him into the way that is not good.

Proverbs 19:19 (KJV)

A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment: for if thou deliver him, yet thou must do it again.

Proverbs 21:19 (KJV)

It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman.

Proverbs 25:28 (KJV)

He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.

Proverbs 29:9 (KJV)

If a wise man contendeth with a foolish man, whether he rage or laugh, there is no rest.

Proverbs 27:4 (KJV)

Wrath is cruel, and anger is outrageous; but who is able to stand before envy?

Proverbs 27:3 (KJV)

A stone is heavy, and the sand weighty; but a fool’s wrath is heavier than them both.

Proverbs 6:34 (KJV)

For jealousy is the rage of a man: therefore he will not spare in the day of vengeance.

Proverbs 4:23 (KJV)

Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.

Proverbs 16:14 (KJV)

The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.