15 A (A)gentle answer turns away wrath,But a [a](B)harsh word stirs up anger.
15 A sensitive answer turns back wrath, but an offensive word stirs up anger.
27 One who (A)withholds his words [a]has knowledge,And one who has a (B)cool spirit is a person of understanding.
27 Wise are those who restrain their talking; people with understanding are coolheaded.
15 Through [a](A)patience a ruler may be persuaded,And a gentle tongue breaks bone.
15 A commander can be persuaded with patience, and a tender tongue can break a bone.
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