Proverbs 25:15
By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.
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English Standard Version
With patience a ruler may be persuaded, and a soft tongue will break a bone.
New International Version
Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.
Catholic Public Domain Version
By patience, a leader shall be appeased, and a soft tongue shall break hardness