Proverbs 15:1
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
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Cross references
- Proverbs 10:12 Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers all transgressions.
- Proverbs 25:15 Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.
- Proverbs 15:18 A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute.