¥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.