Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 29:11

Wednesday, May 27, 1959

A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control.
— Proverbs 29:11

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Illustration of Proverbs 29:11 — A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control.

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