¹⁵ Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone.

¹⁵ Patient persistence pierces through indifference; gentle speech breaks down rigid defenses. A Person Without Self-Control

¹⁵ By long forbearance a ruler is persuaded, And a gentle tongue breaks a bone.

¹⁵ By long-suffering is a ruler persuaded, And a soft tongue breaketh a bone.