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Ecclesiastes 10:4

If the spirit of one who holds authority rises over you, do not leave your place, because attentiveness will cause the greatest sins to cease
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King James Version

If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences.

English Standard Version

If the anger of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your place, for calmness will lay great offenses to rest.

New International Version

If a ruler's anger rises against you, do not leave your post; calmness can lay great errors to rest.