Proverbs 14:17
New International Version
A quick-tempered person does foolish things, and the one who devises evil schemes is hated.

New Living Translation
Short-tempered people do foolish things, and schemers are hated.

English Standard Version
A man of quick temper acts foolishly, and a man of evil devices is hated.

Berean Standard Bible
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated.

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

New King James Version
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And a man of wicked intentions is hated.

New American Standard Bible
A quick-tempered person acts foolishly, And a person of evil devices is hated.

NASB 1995
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And a man of evil devices is hated.

NASB 1977
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And a man of evil devices is hated.

Legacy Standard Bible
A quick-tempered man acts in folly, And a man of evil schemes is hated.

Amplified Bible
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly and without self-control, And a man of wicked schemes is hated.

Christian Standard Bible
A quick-tempered person acts foolishly, and one who schemes is hated.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a man who schemes is hated.

American Standard Version
He that is soon angry will deal foolishly; And a man of wicked devices is hated.

Contemporary English Version
Fools have quick tempers, and no one likes you if you can't be trusted.

English Revised Version
He that is soon angry will deal foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
A short-tempered person acts stupidly, and a person who plots evil is hated.

Good News Translation
People with a hot temper do foolish things; wiser people remain calm.

International Standard Version
A quick tempered person does foolish things, and a devious man is hated.

Majority Standard Bible
A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated.

NET Bible
A person who has a quick temper does foolish things, and a person with crafty schemes is hated.

New Heart English Bible
He who is quick to become angry will commit folly, and a crafty man is hated.

Webster's Bible Translation
He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly: and a man of wicked devices is hated.

World English Bible
He who is quick to become angry will commit folly, and a crafty man is hated.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Whoever is short of temper does folly, "" And a man of wicked schemes is hated.

Young's Literal Translation
Whoso is short of temper doth folly, And a man of wicked devices is hated.

Smith's Literal Translation
He reaping anger will do folly: and a man of mischiefs will be hated.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
The impatient man shall work folly: and the crafty man is hateful.

Catholic Public Domain Version
The impatient will work foolishness. And a resourceful man is hated.

New American Bible
The quick-tempered make fools of themselves, and schemers are hated.

New Revised Standard Version
One who is quick-tempered acts foolishly, and the schemer is hated.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
A man hasty in whatever he does never seeks counsel; but a wise man is moderate.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Nothing a hasty man does is advised and a wise man is temperate.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly; And a man of wicked devices is hated.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
A passionate man acts inconsiderately; but a sensible man bears up under many things.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
The Wise Woman
16A wise man fears and turns from evil, but a fool is careless and reckless. 17A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated. 18The simple inherit folly, but the prudent are crowned with knowledge.…

Cross References
James 1:19-20
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.

Ephesians 4:26-27
“Be angry, yet do not sin.” Do not let the sun set upon your anger, / and do not give the devil a foothold.

Ecclesiastes 7:9
Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger settles in the lap of a fool.

Proverbs 16:32
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.

Proverbs 19:19
A man of great anger must pay the penalty; if you rescue him, you will have to do so again.

Colossians 3:8
But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips.

Galatians 5:19-21
The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; / idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, / and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God.

Proverbs 22:24-25
Do not make friends with an angry man, and do not associate with a hot-tempered man, / or you may learn his ways and entangle yourself in a snare.

Matthew 5:22
But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, ‘Raca,’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be subject to the fire of hell.

Proverbs 29:22
An angry man stirs up dissension, and a hot-tempered man abounds in transgression.

2 Timothy 2:24
And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing.

Proverbs 15:18
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.

Romans 12:19
Do not avenge yourselves, beloved, but leave room for God’s wrath. For it is written: “Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.”

Proverbs 25:28
Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who does not control his temper.

Titus 1:7
As God’s steward, an overseer must be above reproach—not self-willed, not quick-tempered, not given to drunkenness, not violent, not greedy for money.


Treasury of Scripture

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

that

Proverbs 14:29
He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.

Proverbs 12:16
A fool's wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.

Proverbs 15:18
A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.

a man

Proverbs 6:18
An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations, feet that be swift in running to mischief,

Proverbs 12:2
A good man obtaineth favour of the LORD: but a man of wicked devices will he condemn.

Esther 3:6
And he thought scorn to lay hands on Mordecai alone; for they had shewed him the people of Mordecai: wherefore Haman sought to destroy all the Jews that were throughout the whole kingdom of Ahasuerus, even the people of Mordecai.

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A quick-tempered man
The Hebrew word for "quick-tempered" is "קְצַר אַפַּיִם" (qetsar appayim), which literally translates to "short of nostrils," a vivid metaphor for someone who is easily angered. In ancient Hebrew culture, the nose was often associated with anger, as flaring nostrils were a visible sign of rage. This phrase warns against the impulsive nature of anger, which can lead to rash decisions. From a conservative Christian perspective, this serves as a reminder of the fruit of the Spirit, particularly self-control (Galatians 5:22-23), urging believers to cultivate patience and restraint.

acts foolishly
The Hebrew root for "foolishly" is "אִוֶּלֶת" (ivvelet), which conveys a sense of folly or senselessness. In the wisdom literature of the Bible, folly is often contrasted with wisdom, representing a life lived without regard for God's commandments. The quick-tempered man's actions are not just unwise but are a departure from the path of righteousness. This highlights the importance of seeking divine wisdom and understanding, as emphasized in Proverbs 3:5-6, to guide one's actions and decisions.

and a devious man
The term "devious" is translated from the Hebrew word "מְזִמָּה" (mezimmah), which can mean cunning, scheming, or plotting. This word suggests a deliberate and calculated intent to deceive or manipulate. In the biblical context, such behavior is condemned as it reflects a heart that is not aligned with God's truth. The devious man stands in stark contrast to the integrity and honesty that God desires from His people, as seen in passages like Psalm 15:1-2.

is hated
The Hebrew word "שָׂנֵא" (sane) means to hate or detest. In the cultural and historical context of the Bible, being hated often implied social ostracism and a loss of community standing. The devious man's actions lead to a breakdown in relationships and trust, resulting in isolation. This serves as a cautionary tale for believers to pursue righteousness and integrity, fostering love and unity within the body of Christ, as encouraged in Ephesians 4:1-3.

(17) Dealeth foolishly.--Does silly things, and makes himself an object of ridicule, but not of hatred; whereas the "man of (wicked) devices" is hated for his cold-blooded malice.

Verse 17. - He that is soon angry dealeth foolishly. The contrast to the irascible, passionate man is seen in the man slow to anger (ver. 29; Proverbs 15:18). Such a one, in his haste and passion, does things which in calmer moments he must see are foolish and ridiculous. Says Euripides ('Hyp.,' Fragm.) -

Ἔξω γὰρ ὀργῆς πᾶς ἀνὴρ σοφώτερος

"Wiser is every man from passion freed." Be not angry, says the Talmud, "and you will not sin." Cato, 'Dist.,' 1:37 -

"Ipse tibi moderare tuis ut parcere possis." And a man of wicked devices is hated. The contrast is not between the different ways in which the two characters are regarded, as that one is despised and ridiculed, and the other hated; but two kinds of evil are set forth in contradistinction, viz. hasty anger and deliberate plotting against others. Septuagint, "The irascible man (ὀξύθυμος) acts without deliberation. but the prudent man endureth much." The Hebrew term, "man of devices," being ambiguous, the LXX. takes it in a favourable sense, φρόνιμος; and they have a different reading of the verb.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
A quick-tempered man
קְֽצַר־ (qə·ṣar-)
Adjective - masculine singular construct
Strong's 7116: Short

acts
יַעֲשֶׂ֣ה (ya·‘ă·śeh)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

foolishly,
אִוֶּ֑לֶת (’iw·we·leṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 200: Silliness

and a devious
מְ֝זִמּ֗וֹת (mə·zim·mō·wṯ)
Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 4209: A plan, evil, sometimes good

man
וְאִ֥ישׁ (wə·’îš)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

is hated.
יִשָּׂנֵֽא׃ (yiś·śā·nê)
Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 8130: To hate


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