11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver.
11 Words spoken at the right time are like gold apples in a silver setting.
15 By patience a ruler is persuaded. A soft tongue breaks the bone.
15 A commander can be persuaded with patience, and a tender tongue can break a bone.
25 Like cold water to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country.
25 Good news from a distant land is like cold water for a weary person.
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