11 A word fitly (A)spoken is like apples of goldIn settings of silver.
11 A word [a]fitly spokenIs like apples of gold in network of silver.
15 (A)By long forbearance a ruler is persuaded,And a gentle tongue breaks a bone.
15 By long forbearing is a [a]ruler persuaded,And a soft tongue breaketh the bone.
25 As cold water to a weary soul,So is (A)good news from a far country.
25 As cold waters to a [a]thirsty soul,So is good news from a far country.
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