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Proverbs 15:1
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15 A gentle answer turns away anger,(A)
but a harsh word stirs up wrath.(B)

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Proverbs 15:1
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How to Live Wisely

15 A gentle response diverts anger,
but a harsh statement incites fury.

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Proverbs 17:27
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27 The intelligent person restrains his words,(A)
and one who keeps a cool head[a]
is a man of understanding.

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  1. Proverbs 17:27 Lit spirit
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Proverbs 17:27
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27 Whoever controls what he says is knowledgeable;
    anyone who has a calm spirit is a man of understanding.

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Proverbs 25:15
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15 A ruler can be persuaded through patience,
and a gentle tongue can break a bone.(A)

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Proverbs 25:15
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15 Through patience a ruler may be persuaded;
    a gentle word[a] can break a bone.

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  1. Proverbs 25:15 Lit. tongue
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