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Bible verse
Proverbs 15:1
“A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.”
What it means
A tender answer can cool a rising fire, while sharp words feed it. So much depends on the small choice of tone in a heated moment. This is quiet wisdom for marriages, friendships, and every strained conversation. Jesus lived it, answering accusers with restraint and blessing rather than retaliation. His gentleness was never weakness; it was strength under control. When His Spirit softens our speech, we carry a little of His peace into the room and leave more healing than harm behind.
Proverbs 15:1 at a glance
| Reference | Proverbs 15:1 |
|---|---|
| Book | Proverbs |
| Chapter to read it in | Proverbs 15 |
| Topic | self control |
| Passages linked to it | 10 |
| Translation on this page | King James Version (public domain) |
Read it in context
Scripture explains Scripture. These passages are linked to this one most often by readers.
- Proverbs 25:15
- Proverbs 10:12
- Proverbs 15:18
- Proverbs 29:22
- Proverbs 28:25
- Judges 8:1-3
- 1 Samuel 25:10-13
- 1 Kings 12:13-16
- Judges 12:3-6
- 1 Samuel 25:21-33
Cross-reference data from OpenBible.info, used under CC BY.
Questions people ask
Where do I find Proverbs 15:1?
It is in Proverbs, in Proverbs 15. Reading the whole chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and why.
What other passages go with Proverbs 15:1?
Readers most often set it beside Proverbs 25:15, Proverbs 10:12, Proverbs 15:18, Proverbs 29:22. Each is listed under Read it in context.
How can I pray Proverbs 15:1?
Read it slowly once, then say it back to God in your own words, one phrase at a time. Stop on the phrase that stays with you and stay there. You can also ask the family of God on The Living Bread to pray it with you.
Pray this
Jesus, our Shepherd, nothing about Proverbs 15:1 is hidden from you. We bring you Proverbs 15:1, self control. Teach us to love one another, as you have loved us. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Live this
Take one step this week.
- Read all of Proverbs 15 today, not only the one verse.
- Write Proverbs 15:1 where you will see it, and read it aloud at the start and end of the day.
- Tell one person what this verse means to you, and ask what verse has carried them.
Where this fits in the walk with Christ
Nothing here is a finish line. It is one door into a life with Christ and with His people.
Read it, pray it, live it
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