OLD TESTAMENT

Proverbs 12:16

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A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.

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Verse 16. Wise. It is more difficult to repress, than to avoid anger. Saint Ambrose—To dissemble, so as to seek an opportunity of revenge, is not commended.

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