King James Version
Read in contextBy long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.
All translations
Proverbs 25:15
5 of 5 translations contain this numbered verse.
World English Bible
Read in contextBy patience a ruler is persuaded. A soft tongue breaks the bone.
American Standard Version
Read in contextBy long forbearing is a ruler persuaded, And a soft tongue breaketh the bone.
Young's Literal Translation
Read in contextBy long-suffering is a ruler persuaded, And a soft tongue breaketh a bone.
Berean Standard Bible
Read in contextThrough patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.