If the ruler's temper flares against you, do not abandon your post, for calmness lays great offenses to rest. Cross References 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 15:18 A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms dispute. Proverbs 25:15 Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone. Ecclesiastes 8:3 Do not hasten to leave his presence, and do not persist in a bad cause, for he will do whatever he pleases. Ecclesiastes 10:5 There is an evil I have seen under the sun--an error that proceeds from the ruler: Treasury of Scripture If the spirit of the ruler rise up against you, leave not your place; for yielding pacifies great offenses. leave Ecclesiastes 8:3 for 1 Samuel 25:24 Proverbs 25:15 |