Verse Comparison: Proverbs 29:8

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American Standard Version
Scoffers set a city in a flame; But wise men turn away wrath.

Amplified® Bible
Scoffers set a city afire [inflaming the minds of the people], but wise men turn away wrath.

Darby English Version
Scornful men set the city in a flame; but the wise turn away anger.

King James Version
Scornful men bring a city into a snare: but wise men turn away wrath.

Revised Standard Version
Scoffers set a city aflame, but wise men turn away wrath.

Young's Literal Translation
Men of scorning ensnare a city, And the wise turn back anger.

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