Proverbs 16:14
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
In context
12 Wicked behavior is detestable to kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
13 Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
14 The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
15 When a king’s face brightens, there is life; his favor is like a rain cloud in spring.
16 How much better to acquire wisdom than gold! To gain understanding is more desirable than silver.
Proverbs 16:14 in every translation
- BSB Berean Standard Bible
- The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
- KJV King James Version
- The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
- WEB World English Bible
- The king’s wrath is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
- ASV American Standard Version
- The wrath of a king is as messengers of death; But a wise man will pacify it.
- YLT Young's Literal Translation
- The fury of a king [is] messengers of death, And a wise man pacifieth it.
- DBY Darby Translation
- The fury of a king is [as] messengers of death; but a wise man will pacify it.
- WBS Webster Bible
- The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.