A gentle answer turns away wrath
Proverbs 15:1 — Meaning, Context and Bible Study
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Proverbs 15:1 WEB
1A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
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Context
A saying about speech: a gentle answer calms anger, while harsh words stir it up.
Read it in its setting. Proverbs describe how life generally works under God; they are wise sayings, not unconditional guarantees.