Proverbs 12:16

12:16 A fool’s annoyance is known at once,

but the prudent overlooks an insult.

Proverbs 13:10

13:10 With pride comes only contention,

but wisdom is with the well-advised.

Proverbs 14:16

14:16 A wise person is cautious and turns from evil,

but a fool throws off restraint and is overconfident.

Proverbs 16:27-28

16:27 A wicked scoundrel digs up evil,

and his slander is like a scorching fire.

16:28 A perverse person spreads dissension,

and a gossip separates the closest friends.

Proverbs 17:14

17:14 Starting a quarrel is like letting out water;

stop it before strife breaks out!

Proverbs 20:3

20:3 It is an honor for a person to cease from strife,

but every fool quarrels.

Proverbs 27:3

27:3 A stone is heavy and sand is weighty,

but vexation by a fool is more burdensome than the two of them.