Prov.25.15

Proverbs 25:15

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By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.

More Proverbs of Solomon

Cross References

Genesis 32:4

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And he commanded them, saying, Thus shall ye speak unto my lord Esau; Thy servant Jacob saith thus, I have sojourned with Laban, and stayed there until now:

Jacob Prepares to Meet Esau

1 Samuel 25:24

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And fell at his feet, and said, Upon me, my lord, upon me let this iniquity be: and let thine handmaid, I pray thee, speak in thine audience, and hear the words of thine handmaid.

Abigail Intercedes for Nabal

Proverbs 15:1

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A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

A Gentle Answer Turns Away Wrath

Ecclesiastes 10:4

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If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences.