Proverbs 15:1

15:1 A gentle response turns away anger,

but a harsh word stirs up wrath.

Proverbs 16:32

16:32 Better to be slow to anger than to be a mighty warrior,

and one who controls his temper is better than one who captures a city.

Proverbs 25:11

25:11 Like apples of gold in settings of silver,

so is a word skillfully spoken.

Proverbs 25:15

25:15 Through patience a ruler can be persuaded,

and a soft tongue can break a bone.