What does Proverbs 14:29 mean?

Proverbs 14:29 highlights themes such as anger, understanding, wisdom when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 14:29 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.

27The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.

28In the multitude of people is the king's honour: but in the want of people is the destruction of the prince.

29He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.

30A sound heart is the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.

31He that oppresseth the poor reproacheth his Maker: but he that honoureth him hath mercy on the poor.

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James 1:19-20
James advises being slow to anger, reflecting the wisdom found in Proverbs.
Ecclesiastes 7:9
Both verses emphasize the importance of controlling one's temper.
Proverbs 16:32
This verse also praises the one who is slow to anger as being better than the mighty.