Proverbs 16:32
Proverbs 16:32 The Message (MSG)
Moderation is better than muscle, self-control better than political power.
Proverbs 16:32 King James Version (KJV)
He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; And he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Proverbs 16:32 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, And he who rules his spirit, than he who captures a city.
Proverbs 16:32 New Century Version (NCV)
Patience is better than strength. Controlling your temper is better than capturing a city.
Proverbs 16:32 American Standard Version (ASV)
He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; And he that ruleth his spirit, than he that taketh a city.
Proverbs 16:32 New King James Version (NKJV)
He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, And he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.
Proverbs 16:32 Amplified Bible (AMP)
He who is slow to anger is better and more honorable than the mighty [soldier], And he who rules and controls his own spirit, than he who captures a city.
Proverbs 16:32 New Living Translation (NLT)
Better to be patient than powerful; better to have self-control than to conquer a city.
Proverbs 16:32 The Passion Translation (TPT)
Do you want to be a mighty warrior? It’s better to be known as one who is patient and slow to anger. Do you want to conquer a city? Rule over your temper before you attempt to rule a city.