Core Laws · Unit 5 · Lesson 5 of 5 · about 5 minutes
A soft answer
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A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.Proverbs 15:1 · KJV
No false witness, no lies, no twisted words.
How you speak matters, not only what you say. A gentle answer can calm anger. Harsh words make it worse.
Check 1This proverb says harsh words calm anger.
Grievous words stir up anger.
Check 2A “soft answer” is:
Soft here means gentle.
The next time someone is angry with you, lower your voice and answer gently.
Only check it if you did it. Nobody sees this but you.
When do my words make things worse?
Write your answer in the journal.
Answer the checks, or play Listen to the end, to finish.
Go further: Playbook 04 · How to speak and keep your word · Books: Proverbs · James