Proverbs 25:15 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

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

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

With patience, even a ruler can be convinced, and gentle words can overcome the strongest opposition.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is teaching that patience and gentle speech are more powerful than force or harsh words in changing people's minds.

📚 Historical Context

In ancient Israel, the Book of Proverbs was a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, intended to guide people in everyday decisions and moral living. This specific proverb, from a section compiled during the reign of King Hezekiah around the 7th century BC, reflects the wisdom of courtly life where patience and gentle persuasion were essential for influencing leaders in a hierarchical society. It draws from a cultural context where words could either escalate conflicts or resolve them peacefully.

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