A soft answer turneth away wrath

Cultural  

1. A gentle reply to someone who is angry will pacify that person. This saying comes from the Book of Proverbs in the Bible (see also Bible).

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Example Sentences

Aeschylus was as familiar as Solomon with the proverb, "A soft answer turneth away wrath," but no one can say to what precursor sage both men owed the saying.

From Time Magazine Archive

"A soft answer turneth away wrath," a quiet voice whispered down to her, and continued: "Let the gal out; she wants ter go home!"

From Sunlight Patch by Harris, Credo Fitch

A soft answer turneth away wrath, and I suppressed my own feelings accordingly when it was my turn to reply.

From The Woman in White by Collins, Wilkie

"A soft answer turneth away wrath, but grievous words stir up strife."

From The Use and Need of the Life of Carry A. Nation by Nation, Carry Amelia

"A soft answer turneth away wrath," and a generous confession oftentimes more than atones for the fault which requires it.

From Letters on the Improvement of the Mind, Addressed to a Lady by Chapone, Hester