The “fool” cannot restrain his wrath; it rushes on “presently” (as in the margin, on the same day, however, uselessly. The prudent man knows that to utter his indignation at reproach and shame will but lead to a fresh attack, and takes refuge in reticence.
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Proverbs 12:16
16 A fool's wrath is presentlyc known: but a prudent man covereth shame.