Proverbs 15:18

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

"A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife." - Proverbs 15:18
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What does Proverbs 15:18 mean?

Proverbs 15:18 in the King James Version of the Bible states, "A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife." This verse focuses on the destructive nature of anger and the importance of patience in avoiding conflict. The Book of Proverbs is…

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The Peacemaker's Path: Wisdom from Proverbs 15:18

In our journey through life, we regularly encounter situations that tempt us to react with anger and frustration. Whether it’s a disagreement with a friend, frustration with a colleague, or a misunderstanding in our homes, the propensity to respond harshly is a common struggle…

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A Prayer for Peace and Patience

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with humble hearts, seeking Your wisdom and guidance. As we contemplate the profound truth found in Proverbs 15:18, where it says, "A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife," we realize the…

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Proverbs 15:18 - "A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife."
Proverbs 15:18-19 - "A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel. The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway."
"A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel. The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway." - Proverbs 15:18-19
Proverbs 18:15 - "The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge."
"The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge." - Proverbs 18:15
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Proverbs 18:18 - "The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty."
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Proverbs 15:15 - "All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast."
Proverbs 14:18 - "The simple inherit folly: but the prudent are crowned with knowledge."
Proverbs 18:23 - "The poor useth intreaties; but the rich answereth roughly."
Proverbs 21:18 - "The wicked shall be a ransom for the righteous, and the transgressor for the upright."
Proverbs 2:15 - "Whose ways are crooked, and they froward in their paths:"
Proverbs 26:18 - "As a mad man who casteth firebrands, arrows, and death,"
Proverbs 8:18 - "Riches and honour are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness."
Proverbs 18:10 - "The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe."
Proverbs 12:18 - "There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health."