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a cool-tempered person stops them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/15.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger quiets contention.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/15.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/15.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but <i>he that is</i> slow to anger appeaseth strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/15.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirs up strife, But <i>he who is</i> slow to anger allays contention.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/15.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hot-tempered person stirs up strife, But the slow to anger calms a dispute.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/15.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, But the slow to anger calms a dispute.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, But the slow to anger pacifies contention.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, But the slow to anger quiets a dispute.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, But he who is slow to anger <i>and</i> patient calms disputes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/15.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but one slow to anger calms strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/15.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up conflict, but a man slow to anger calms strife. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/15.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirreth up contention; But he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/15.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Losing your temper causes a lot of trouble, but staying calm settles arguments. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/15.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirreth up contention: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/15.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A hothead stirs up a fight, but one who holds his temper calms disputes.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/15.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Hot tempers cause arguments, but patience brings peace. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/15.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />The quickly angered man stirs up contention, but anyone who controls his temper calms a dispute.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/15.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />A quick-tempered person stirs up dissension, but one who is slow to anger calms a quarrel. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirs up contention, but one who is slow to anger appeases strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/15.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirs up contention, but one who is slow to anger appeases strife. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />A man of fury stirs up contention, "" And the slow to anger appeases strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> A man of fury stirreth up contention, And the slow to anger appeaseth strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />A man of wrath will excite strife: and he slow to anger will appease contention.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />A passionate man stirreth up strifes: he that is patient appeaseth those that are stirred up. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />A short-tempered man provokes conflicts. Whoever is patient tempers those who are stirred up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/15.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The ill-tempered stir up strife, but the patient settle disputes. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/15.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Those who are hot-tempered stir up strife, but those who are slow to anger calm contention.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirs up contention; but he who is slow to anger appeases strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/15.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />An angry man provokes a brawl, and the patient man reproves a dispute, extinguishing it.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/15.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />A wrathful man stirreth up discord; But he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/15.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A passionate man stirs up strife; but <i>he that is</i> slow to anger appeases even a rising one. A man slow to anger will extinguish quarrels; but an ungodly man rather stirs <i>them</i> up.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/15-18.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=2925" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/15.htm">A Gentle Answer Turns Away Wrath</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">17</span>Better a dish of vegetables where there is love than a fattened ox with hatred. <span class="reftext">18</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/2534.htm" title="2534: ḥê·māh (N-fs) -- Heat, rage. Or chemac; from yacham; heat; figuratively, anger, poison.">A hot-tempered</a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: ’îš (N-msc) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">man</a> <a href="/hebrew/1624.htm" title="1624: yə·ḡā·reh (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms) -- To stir up (strife), engage in strife. A primitive root; properly, to grate, i.e. to anger.">stirs up</a> <a href="/hebrew/4066.htm" title="4066: mā·ḏō·wn (N-ms) -- Strife, contention. From diyn; a contest or quarrel.">strife,</a> <a href="/hebrew/750.htm" title="750: wə·ʾɛ·rɛḵ (Conj-w:: Adj-msc) -- Long. From 'arak; long.">but he who is slow</a> <a href="/hebrew/639.htm" title="639: ’ap·pa·yim (N-md) -- A nostril, nose, face, anger. From 'anaph; properly, the nose or nostril; hence, the face, and occasionally a person; also ire.">to anger</a> <a href="/hebrew/8252.htm" title="8252: yaš·qîṭ (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To be quiet or undisturbed. A primitive root; to repose.">calms</a> <a href="/hebrew/7379.htm" title="7379: rîḇ (N-ms) -- Strife, dispute. Or rib; from riyb; a contest.">dispute.</a> </span><span class="reftext">19</span>The way of the slacker is like a hedge of thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-19.htm">James 1:19-20</a></span><br />My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, / for man’s anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-31.htm">Ephesians 4:31-32</a></span><br />Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. / Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/5-22.htm">Galatians 5:22-23</a></span><br />But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, / gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-8.htm">Colossians 3:8</a></span><br />But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-9.htm">Matthew 5:9</a></span><br />Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-18.htm">Romans 12:18</a></span><br />If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-8.htm">1 Peter 3:8-9</a></span><br />Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble. / Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult, but with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/titus/3-2.htm">Titus 3:2</a></span><br />to malign no one, and to be peaceable and gentle, showing full consideration to everyone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/13-4.htm">1 Corinthians 13:4-5</a></span><br />Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. / It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_timothy/2-24.htm">2 Timothy 2:24</a></span><br />And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/7-9.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:9</a></span><br />Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger settles in the lap of a fool.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">Proverbs 16:32</a></span><br />He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/14-29.htm">Proverbs 14:29</a></span><br />A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-11.htm">Proverbs 19:11</a></span><br />A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/29-22.htm">Proverbs 29:22</a></span><br />An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">A wrathful man stirs up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeases strife.</p><p class="hdg">wrathful</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/10-12.htm">Proverbs 10:12</a></b></br> Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/26-21.htm">Proverbs 26:21</a></b></br> <i>As</i> coals <i>are</i> to burning coals, and wood to fire; so <i>is</i> a contentious man to kindle strife.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Proverbs 28:25</a></b></br> He that is of a proud heart stirreth up strife: but he that putteth his trust in the LORD shall be made fat.</p><p class="hdg">he</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Proverbs 15:1</a></b></br> A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/25-15.htm">Proverbs 25:15</a></b></br> By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/13-8.htm">Genesis 13:8,9</a></b></br> And Abram said unto Lot, Let there be no strife, I pray thee, between me and thee, and between my herdmen and thy herdmen; for we <i>be</i> brethren… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Anger</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Angry</a> <a href="/2_kings/13-4.htm">Appeaseth</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-33.htm">Blows</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Contention</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-19.htm">Discord</a> <a href="/job/23-7.htm">Dispute</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-12.htm">Dissension</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-13.htm">End</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Fighting</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-34.htm">Furious</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Fury</a> <a href="/judges/18-25.htm">Hot-Tempered</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-13.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-29.htm">Patient</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-5.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/2_kings/5-7.htm">Quarrel</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Quiets</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-29.htm">Slow</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Stirreth</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">Stirs</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-10.htm">Strife</a> <a href="/psalms/69-24.htm">Wrathful</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">Anger</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">Angry</a> <a href="/2_kings/13-4.htm">Appeaseth</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-10.htm">Blows</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-28.htm">Contention</a> <a href="/acts/15-2.htm">Discord</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-14.htm">Dispute</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-28.htm">Dissension</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-4.htm">End</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-28.htm">Fighting</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-24.htm">Furious</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-14.htm">Fury</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-19.htm">Hot-Tempered</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-20.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">Patient</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-30.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-14.htm">Quarrel</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-20.htm">Quiets</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-32.htm">Slow</a> <a href="/proverbs/28-25.htm">Stirreth</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-28.htm">Stirs</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-28.htm">Strife</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-24.htm">Wrathful</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 15</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/15-1.htm">A gentle answer turns away wrath</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, anger is often associated with folly and sin (<a href="/proverbs/14-17.htm">Proverbs 14:17</a>, <a href="/james/1-20.htm">James 1:20</a>). The Hebrew culture valued community harmony, and a hot-tempered individual would disrupt this peace, leading to conflict and division. The Bible frequently warns against anger, as seen in <a href="/ephesians/4-31.htm">Ephesians 4:31</a>, where believers are urged to put away all bitterness and wrath. The imagery of stirring up strife suggests an active role in creating discord, contrasting with the biblical call to be peacemakers (<a href="/matthew/5-9.htm">Matthew 5:9</a>).<p><b>but he who is slow to anger calms dispute</b><br>This part of the verse emphasizes the virtue of patience and self-control. Being slow to anger is a characteristic of wisdom and understanding (<a href="/proverbs/14-29.htm">Proverbs 14:29</a>). In the ancient Near Eastern context, patience was seen as a strength, not a weakness. The calming of disputes aligns with the biblical principle of reconciliation and peace, as seen in <a href="/romans/12-18.htm">Romans 12:18</a>, where believers are encouraged to live peaceably with all. This phrase also reflects the nature of God, who is described as "slow to anger" in <a href="/exodus/34-6.htm">Exodus 34:6</a>, pointing to a divine attribute that believers are called to emulate.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/h/hot-tempered_man.htm">Hot-tempered man</a></b><br>Represents individuals who are quick to anger and often cause conflict and discord.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/h/he_who_is_slow_to_anger.htm">He who is slow to anger</a></b><br>Symbolizes those who exercise patience and self-control, promoting peace and resolution.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/strife.htm">Strife</a></b><br>Refers to conflict, discord, or contention that arises from uncontrolled anger.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/d/dispute.htm">Dispute</a></b><br>A disagreement or argument that can be calmed by patience and understanding.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/p/proverbs.htm">Proverbs</a></b><br>A book in the Old Testament, traditionally attributed to King Solomon, offering wisdom and guidance for righteous living.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_dangers_of_anger.htm">The Dangers of Anger</a></b><br>Anger can lead to destructive behavior and broken relationships. Recognizing the harm caused by a hot temper is the first step toward change.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/v/value_of_patience.htm">Value of Patience</a></b><br>Patience is a virtue that can transform potential conflicts into opportunities for understanding and reconciliation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/cultivating_self-control.htm">Cultivating Self-Control</a></b><br>Developing self-control through prayer, meditation on Scripture, and reliance on the Holy Spirit is crucial for managing emotions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/promoting_peace.htm">Promoting Peace</a></b><br>As Christians, we are called to be peacemakers, actively seeking to resolve disputes and foster harmony in our communities.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_christ's_character.htm">Reflecting Christ's Character</a></b><br>By being slow to anger, we reflect the character of Christ, who is patient and loving, even in the face of provocation.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 15</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_can_i_cultivate_grace.htm">How can I cultivate grace?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_communication.htm">What does the Bible teach about Christian communication?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_grudges.htm">What does the Bible say about holding grudges?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_the_bible_advise_on_conflict.htm">What does the Bible teach about handling confrontation?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/15.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 18.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">A wrathful man stirreth up strife</span> (contention). This clause recurs almost identically in <a href="/proverbs/29-22.htm">Proverbs 29:22</a> (comp. also <a href="/proverbs/26-21.htm">Proverbs 26:21</a> and Proverbs 28:25). He that is slow to anger appeaseth strife (<a href="/proverbs/14-29.htm">Proverbs 14:29</a>). In the former clause the word for "contention" is <span class="accented">madon</span>, in the latter "strife" is <span class="accented">rib</span>, which often means "law dispute." It requires two to make a quarrel, and where one keeps his temper and will not be provoked, anger must subside. Vulgate, "He who is patient soothes aroused quarrels (<span class="accented">suscitatas</span>)." Septuagint, "A long suffering man appeases even a coming battle." <p><span class="foreign">"Regina rerum omnium patientia."</span> The LXX. here introduces a second rendering of the verse: "A long suffering man will quench suits; but the impious rather awaketh them." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/15-18.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">A hot-tempered</span><br /><span class="heb">חֵ֭מָה</span> <span class="translit">(ḥê·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2534.htm">Strong's 2534: </a> </span><span class="str2">Heat, anger, poison</span><br /><br /><span class="word">man</span><br /><span class="heb">אִ֣ישׁ</span> <span class="translit">(’îš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> </span><span class="str2">A man as an individual, a male person</span><br /><br /><span class="word">stirs up</span><br /><span class="heb">יְגָרֶ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ḡā·reh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1624.htm">Strong's 1624: </a> </span><span class="str2">To stir up (strife), engage in strife</span><br /><br /><span class="word">strife,</span><br /><span class="heb">מָד֑וֹן</span> <span class="translit">(mā·ḏō·wn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4066.htm">Strong's 4066: </a> </span><span class="str2">A contest, quarrel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but he who is slow</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאֶ֥רֶך‪‬</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’e·reḵ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_750.htm">Strong's 750: </a> </span><span class="str2">Long</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to anger</span><br /><span class="heb">אַ֝פַּ֗יִם</span> <span class="translit">(’ap·pa·yim)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - md<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_639.htm">Strong's 639: </a> </span><span class="str2">The nose, nostril, the face, a person, ire</span><br /><br /><span class="word">calms</span><br /><span class="heb">יַשְׁקִ֥יט</span> <span class="translit">(yaš·qîṭ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8252.htm">Strong's 8252: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be quiet or undisturbed</span><br /><br /><span class="word">dispute.</span><br /><span class="heb">רִֽיב׃</span> <span class="translit">(rîḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7379.htm">Strong's 7379: </a> </span><span class="str2">Strife, dispute</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/15-18.htm">Proverbs 15:18 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/15-18.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 15:18 A wrathful man stirs up contention (Prov. 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