Proverbs 15:1

The Proverbs of Solomon

1 A a soft answer turns away wrath,
But b a harsh word stirs up anger.

  1. Cross References
    Proverbs 25:15
    By long forbearance a ruler is persuaded, And a gentle tongue breaks a bone.
  2. Cross References
    1 Samuel 25:10
    Then Nabal answered David's servants, and said, "Who is David, and who is the son of Jesse? There are many servants nowadays who break away each one from his master.
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