Proverbs 19:11

Modern

A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense.

Traditional

The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.

Literal

The discretion of a man makes long his nose, and his splendor is to pass over a transgression.

Latin

Doctrina viri per patientiam noscitur, et gloria ejus est iniqua prætergredi.

Hebrew

English

A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense.

Theme notes and profiles

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 14:29
A patient man has great understanding, but a quick-tempered man promotes folly.
James 1:19
My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger,
Colossians 3:12–13
Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with hearts of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
Proverbs 15:18
A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.
Proverbs 20:3
It is honorable for a man to resolve a dispute, but any fool will quarrel.
Ephesians 4:32–5:1
Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you.
Proverbs 12:16
A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.
Romans 12:18–21
If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone.
Matthew 18:21–22
Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother who sins against me? Up to seven times?”
Proverbs 25:21
If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink.
Matthew 5:44–45
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,