Proverbs 15:1

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

15 A soft answer turns away wrath,
but a harsh word stirs up anger.^(A)

Proverbs 15:1

International Standard Version

15 A gentle response diverts anger,
but a harsh statement incites fury.

²⁸The mind of the righteous ponders how to answer,
but the mouth of the wicked pours out evil.^(A)

²⁸The mind of the righteous thinks before speaking,
but the wicked person spews out evil.

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition (NRSVUE)

International Standard Version (ISV)