Proverbs 18:6
The lips of a fool enter into strife, and his mouth invites a flogging.
Proverbs 12:16
A fool's annoyance is known at once, but the prudent overlooks an insult.
Proverbs 13:10
With pride comes only contention, but wisdom is with the well-advised.
Proverbs 14:3
In the speech of a fool is a rod for his back, but the words of the wise protect them.
Proverbs 14:16
A wise person is cautious and turns from evil, but a fool throws off restraint and is overconfident.
Proverbs 16:27-28
A wicked scoundrel digs up evil, and his slander is like a scorching fire.
Proverbs 17:14
Starting a quarrel is like letting out water; stop it before strife breaks out!
Proverbs 19:19
A person with great anger bears the penalty, but if you deliver him from it once, you will have to do it again.
Proverbs 19:29
Judgments are prepared for scorners, and floggings for the backs of fools.
Proverbs 20:3
It is an honor for a person to cease from strife, but every fool quarrels.
Proverbs 22:24-25
Do not make friends with an angry person, and do not associate with a wrathful person,
Proverbs 25:24
It is better to live on a corner of the housetop than in a house in company with a quarrelsome wife.
Proverbs 27:3
A stone is heavy and sand is weighty, but vexation by a fool is more burdensome than the two of them.
Proverbs 29:9
If a wise person goes to court with a foolish person, there is no peace whether he is angry or laughs.