Christians interpret this verse differently. Some people believe its not ok to be mad at anyone ever and that if you are then you should feel guilty and repent for feeling this natural human emotion. I don't think that's what the Bible means.
Another camp may believe that anger is ok. Even Jesus was angry: Link
There's probably a difference between being angry at the sin of someone (ok and healthy) and expressing an angry emotion so intense its almost a hatred (or curse) toward a person.
I think Jesus was assertive, frank and direct with people- called the Pharisees sinners and said things to people that caused conflict- enough that they killed him, but they needed to hear.
So, I think this verse doesn't mean you're sinning and going to hell if you find yourself mad at someone for wrecking your car, for instance.
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Another camp may believe that anger is ok. Even Jesus was angry: Link
There's probably a difference between being angry at the sin of someone (ok and healthy) and expressing an angry emotion so intense its almost a hatred (or curse) toward a person.
I think Jesus was assertive, frank and direct with people- called the Pharisees sinners and said things to people that caused conflict- enough that they killed him, but they needed to hear.
So, I think this verse doesn't mean you're sinning and going to hell if you find yourself mad at someone for wrecking your car, for instance.
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