Pro 14:17 | Clarke | e4.org | Verse 17. He that is soon angry ] ketsar appayim , "short of nostrils:" because, when a man is angry, his nose is contracted , and drawn up towards his eyes. Dealeth foolishly ] He has no time for reflection; he is hurried on by his passions, speaks like a fool , and acts like a madman.

‏ Proverbs 14:17

Verse 17. He that is soon angry] ketsar appayim, "short of nostrils:" because, when a man is angry, his nose is contracted, and drawn up towards his eyes.

Dealeth foolishly] He has no time for reflection; he is hurried on by his passions, speaks like a fool, and acts like a madman.