"A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control." Proverbs 29:11"A quick-tempered man does foolish things, and a crafty man is hated." Proverbs 14:17"Do not make friends with a hot-tempered man, do not associate with one easily angered, or you may learn his ways and get yourself ensnared." Proverbs 22:24"Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone." Proverbs 25:15
"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Proverbs 15:1
"A hot-tempered man stirs up dissension, but a patient man calms a quarrel." Proverbs 15:18
"If a ruler's anger rises up against you, do not leave your post; calmness can lay great errors to rest." Ecc 10:4
What is God's anger like?
"You are a forgiving God, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love." Neh 9:17 (see also Ex 34:6; Ps 103:8; Na 1:3; Ps 86:15; Jonah 4:2)
"For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favour lasts a lifetime." Ps 30:5
"Time after time he restrained his anger and did not stir up his full wrath." Ps 78:38
"But to those of you who will listen, I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you." Luke 6:28.
Love God and obey his commandments. Be a blessing to others.Being angry does not give a person permission to behave in an illegal manner.Righteous anger is okay.Remain self-controlled.We are to follow the good example God has given us and stay close to God.