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An angry man stirs up strife, And a wrathful man abounds in sin.
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Anger's Ripple Effect
Commentators explain that an angry person doesn't just feel an internal emotion; they actively stir up strife. This conflict spreads through families, neighborhoods, and even churches, making the angry person provocative and disruptive to community life.
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19th Century
Anglican
Abounds in transgression.— For what will he not say and do when overcome by anger?
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
An angry man stirs up strife In families, neighbourhoods, communities, churches, and commonwealths; that is, one that is …
Presbyterian
An angry, hot-tempered disposition makes people provoking to one another, and provoking to God.
