Bible Verses About Anger

Anger is a powerful emotion that the Bible takes seriously. While righteous anger exists, uncontrolled anger can destroy relationships and damage our witness. These Bible verses about anger provide wisdom for managing this emotion and channeling it according to God's will.

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“The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.”

Psalm 145:8

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“And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.”

Ephesians 6:4

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“The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy.”

Psalm 103:8

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“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath.”

Ephesians 4:26

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“A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.”

Proverbs 15:1

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“He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.”

Proverbs 16:32

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“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath.”

James 1:19

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“Husbands, love your wives, and be not bitter against them.”

Colossians 3:19

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“Make no friendship with an angry man; and with a furious man thou shalt not go.”

Proverbs 22:24

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Why Read Bible Verses About Anger?

James 1:19 instructs us to be slow to anger. Proverbs 15:1 teaches that a soft answer turns away wrath. Ephesians 4:26 permits anger but warns against sinning in it. These verses help us respond rather than react.

How to Apply These Bible Verses About Anger in Daily Life

When anger rises, pause and pray before responding. Memorize Proverbs 15:1 and practice soft answers. Journal about anger triggers and ask God for wisdom. Seek reconciliation quickly as Ephesians 4:26 instructs.

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