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Proverbs 14:29 says, "Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly." Read it (NIV, KJV), its context, and a plain reading.

Proverbs 15:1 says, "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Read it (NIV, KJV), its context, and a plain reading.

Proverbs 16:3 says, "Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans." Read the verse (NIV, KJV), its context in Proverbs 16, and a plain reading.

Proverbs 16:32 calls self-control and patience greater strength than a warrior's, and this page explains "ruleth his spirit" in KJV and NIV wording.

Proverbs 18:10 says, "The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe." Read the verse (NIV, KJV), its context, and a plain reading.

Proverbs 18:21 says, "The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit." Read it (NIV, KJV), its context, and a plain reading.

Proverbs 18:24 says, "There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother." Read the verse (NIV, KJV), what the Hebrew words mean, and a plain reading.

Proverbs 20:22 says, "Do not say, 'I'll pay you back for this wrong!' Wait for the LORD, and he will avenge you." Read it (NIV, KJV), what the Hebrew words mean, its context, and a plain reading.