Ecclesiastes 10:4

Good News Translation

If your ruler becomes angry with you, do not hand in your resignation; serious wrongs may be pardoned if you keep calm.

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Hot tempers cause arguments, but patience brings peace.

Patient persuasion can break down the strongest resistance and can even convince rulers.

Here is an injustice I have seen in the world—an injustice caused by rulers.

The king can do anything he likes, so depart from his presence; don't stay in such a dangerous place.