15 (A)A soft answer turns away wrath, but (B)a harsh word stirs up anger.
15 A gentle answer deflects anger, but harsh words make tempers flare.
27 Whoever (A)restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
27 A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered.
15 With (A)patience a ruler may be persuaded, and a soft tongue will break a bone.
15 Patience can persuade a prince, and soft speech can break bones.
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