Proverbs 25:10-15

English Standard Version

^11 (A)A word fitly spoken
    is like apples of gold in a setting of silver.
¹² Like ^(B)a gold ring or an ornament of gold
    is a wise reprover to ^(C)a listening ear.
¹³ Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest
    is ^(D)a faithful messenger to those who send him;
    he refreshes the soul of his masters.
¹⁴ Like ^(E)clouds and wind without rain
    is a man who ^(F)boasts of a gift he does not give.

¹⁵ With ^(G)patience a ruler may be persuaded,
    and a soft tongue will break a bone.