Proverbs 29:11 nasb — A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.

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"A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back."

— Proverbs 29:11, NASB

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Proverbs 29 — Context

Scorners set a city aflame, But wise men turn away anger.

When a wise man has a controversy with a foolish man, The foolish man either rages or laughs, and there is no rest.

Men of bloodshed hate the blameless, But the upright are concerned for his life.

A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.

If a ruler pays attention to falsehood, All his ministers become wicked.

The poor man and the oppressor have this in common: The LORD gives light to the eyes of both.

If a king judges the poor with truth, His throne will be established forever.

Proverbs 29:11 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 29:11 say?

Proverbs 29:11 in the NASB reads: “A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.”

Where is Proverbs 29:11 in the Bible?

Proverbs 29:11 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 29, verse 11.

Who wrote Proverbs?

Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.

What is the book of Proverbs about?

Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.

What are the major themes of Proverbs?

Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 29:11.

What translation should I read Proverbs 29:11 in?

Proverbs 29:11 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Proverbs 29:11?

Proverbs 29:11 reads (NASB): “A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Proverbs 29:11 nasb — A fool always loses his temper, But a wise man holds it back.

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