Proverbs 16:14
The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.In other versions
The wrath of a king is `as' messengers of death; But a wise man will pacify it.
ASV
The wrath of the king is like those who give news of death, but a wise man will put peace in place of it.
BBE
The fury of a king is [as] messengers of death; but a wise man will pacify it.
DBY
The king's wrath is a messenger of death, But a wise man will pacify it.
WEB
The fury of a king `is' messengers of death, And a wise man pacifieth it.
YLT
The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
ENG
The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
WBT
The wrath of a king is a messenger of death, but a wise man will pacify it.
BSB
In context
12It is an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.
13Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right.
14The wrath of a king is as messengers of death: but a wise man will pacify it.
15In the light of the king's countenance is life; and his favour is as a cloud of the latter rain.
16How much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!