Job 41:3
Can you put a rope through his snout or put a hook through his jaws?
Psalm 55:21
His speech was smoother than butter, but his heart was war! His words were softer than oil, yet they were drawn swords.
Proverbs 15:1
A mild answer turns away anger. Harsh words stir up anger.
Proverbs 18:23
The poor man requests and the rich man answers out of greed.
Proverbs 25:15
A ruler is persuaded by patience, and a soft tongue breaks the bone.
Isaiah 30:10
They say to the seers: Do not see the future. They say to those who have visions: 'Do not have visions that tell us what is right. Tell us what we want to hear. Prophesy illusions.