Proverbs 14:34-15:2

New International Version - UK

³⁴ Righteousness exalts a nation,
    but sin condemns any people.

³⁵ A king delights in a wise servant,
    but a shameful servant arouses his fury.

15 A gentle answer turns away wrath,
    but a harsh word stirs up anger.

² The tongue of the wise adorns knowledge,
    but the mouth of the fool gushes folly.