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Ecclesiastes 10:4

American Standard Version

4 If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for gentleness allayeth great offences.

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Christian Standard Bible

If the ruler’s anger rises against you, don’t leave your post, for calmness puts great offenses to rest.

English Standard Version

If the anger of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your place, for calmness will lay great offenses to rest.

King James Version

If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences.

New American Standard Bible

If the ruler’s temper rises against you, do not abandon your place, because composure puts great offenses to rest.

New International Version

If a ruler’s anger rises against you, do not leave your post; calmness can lay great offenses to rest.

New King James Version

If the spirit of the ruler rises against you, Do not leave your post; For conciliation pacifies great offenses.

New Living Translation

If your boss is angry at you, don’t quit! A quiet spirit can overcome even great mistakes.

World English Bible

If the spirit of the ruler rises up against you, don’t leave your place; for gentleness lays great offenses to rest.