Proverbs 29:22 gives the consequence of anger—conflict and sin—reinforcing why the hot-tempered should be avoided.

Proverbs 14:17 identifies quick-tempered people as foolish, directly supporting the warning to avoid them.

Proverbs 14:29 contrasts patience with quick-temper, showing the folly of the hot-tempered person warned against.

Proverbs 19:19 warns that hot-tempered people incur repeated penalties, reinforcing the caution against befriending them here.

Proverbs 25:28 compares lack of self-control to a broken city wall, showing the vulnerability that makes hot-tempered companions dangerous.