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Proverbs 15:1

American Standard Version

A soft answer turneth away wrath; But a grievous word stirreth up anger.

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Proverbs 15:1 in other translations

A gentle answer turns away wrath,
but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Proverbs 15:1 · World English Bible

Proverbs 15:1 in context

  1. 1A soft answer turneth away wrath; But a grievous word stirreth up anger.
  2. 2The tongue of the wise uttereth knowledge aright; But the mouth of fools poureth out folly.
  3. 3The eyes of Jehovah are in every place, Keeping watch upon the evil and the good.

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