¥Prov
16:13 (NIV) Kings take pleasure in honest lips;
they value a man who speaks the truth. 14 A
king's wrath is a messenger of death, but a
wise man will appease it.
¥Prov
20:2 (NIV) A king's wrath is like the roar of a
lion; he who angers him forfeits his
life.
¥Prov
25:15 (NIV) Through patience a ruler can be
persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break
a bone.