◄ Ecclesiastes 10:4 ►
If the ruler's temper flares against you, do not abandon your post, for calmness lays great offenses to rest.
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Ecclesiastes 8:3
Do not hasten to leave his presence, and do not persist in a bad cause, for he will do whatever he wants.

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1 Samuel 25:24
She fell at his feet and said, "My lord, may the blame be on me alone, but please let your servant speak to you; hear the words of your servant.

Proverbs 25:15
Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.

Parallel Verses
New American Standard Bible
If the ruler's temper rises against you, do not abandon your position, because composure allays great offenses.

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

Holman Christian Standard Bible
If the ruler's anger rises against you, don't leave your place, for calmness puts great offenses to rest.

International Standard Version
If your overseer gets angry at you, don't resign, because calmness pacifies great offenses.

NET Bible
If the anger of the ruler flares up against you, do not resign from your position, for a calm response can undo great offenses.
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