“A man of rage will incite dispute” ( Mishlei 16). Reb Nechemiah said, “This is a person who has no patience.” “A man of patience will silence a fight” (ibid.) This is someone who is very patient. When we studied there (in Eretz Yisrael) we were taught, “Who is truly a hero? One who conquers his urges.” (Midrash Mishlei 15. See Yalkut.)
