Proverbs 29:22 Meaning and Explanation
“An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Anger kindles conflict; fury breeds sin.
The Context of Proverbs 29:22
Proverbs on anger: it spreads conflict and multiplies wrongdoing.
What Does Proverbs 29:22 Mean?
An angry person is a stirrer-up of quarrels—his words and actions spark conflict everywhere. His anger is contagious: it provokes others, escalates tensions, and creates enemies. He doesn't just feel anger; he spreads it like an infection.
A furious person—someone in a state of intense rage—multiplies transgression. In fury, he says harsh things, makes terrible decisions, breaks bonds, and violates his own values. His transgression isn't occasional but abundant, because rage clouds judgment and loosens all restraint.
Proverbs 29:22 in the Original Language
hemah (חמה), 'fury' or 'wrath'—intense, boiling anger; a heat of passion that overwhelms reason.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 29:22
What does Proverbs 29:22 mean?
Anger kindles conflict; fury breeds sin.
What is the context of Proverbs 29:22?
Proverbs on anger: it spreads conflict and multiplies wrongdoing.