Old Testament · Wisdom
Proverbs 15:1
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A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
About Proverbs 15:1
Proverbs 15:1 from Proverbs speaks directly to Anger, offering wisdom drawn from the Old Testament tradition. This passage in the wisdom literature of Scripture is widely cherished by students and teachers alike.
Related Verses
- Ephesians 4:26
“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:”
- Ephesians 4:27
“Neither give place to the devil.”
- James 1:19
“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:”
- James 1:20
“For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.”
- Proverbs 29:11
“A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards.”
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Promises and Prayers Connected to This Verse
Divine Promises
- Be Angry and Sin Not — the Governed Permission of Ephesians 4:26
Prayer Points
- Bringing Anger to God Before Sunset (Psalm 4:4, Ephesians 4:26)
How to Apply Proverbs 15:1
Study Proverbs 15:1 in context by reading the surrounding passage in Proverbs. Identify one person in your life who might be encouraged by this verse on the theme of Anger. Share it with them and open a conversation rooted in Scripture — sometimes the most practical application is passing the Word along.