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Anger Quote by Solomon

“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” quote by Solomon — Download Open image

“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”

About This Quote

Source Proverb: Biblical Book of Proverbs, 10th century BCE

Gentle responses defuse anger, while harsh words provoke it.

In simple terms: Kindness calms; harshness inflames.

Key Takeaway

Choose gentle words.

Themes

communication conflict empathy

Mood

calm thoughtful

Type

advice wisdom

When to use this quote

family disputes
customer service
online debates

Key Concepts

non‑violent communication emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

When is firmness more effective than gentleness?
Can kindness be mistaken for weakness?

A Different Perspective

Harsh words can be necessary for truth‑telling.

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