Proverbs 12:16 KJV
A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
Proverbs 12:14–18 KJV Chapter Context
14
A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man’s hands shall be rendered unto him.
15
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise.
16
A fool’s wrath is presently known: but a prudent man covereth shame.
17
He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
18
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.