Prov.25.15

By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.

Prov.25.15

Patient persistence pierces through indifference; gentle speech breaks down rigid defenses.

Prov.25.15

Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.

Prov.25.15

Patience can persuade a prince, and soft speech can crush strong opposition.