Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Will he make many supplications unto thee? will he speak soft words unto thee?
General references
Bible References
General references
Psalm 55:21
Their mouths are softer than butter, and yet have they battle in their mind: their words are smoother than oil, and yet be they very swords.
Proverbs 15:1
A soft answer putteth down displeasure, but froward words provoke anger.
Proverbs 18:23
The poor maketh supplication and prayeth meekly; but the rich giveth a rough answer.
Proverbs 25:15
With patience may a prince be pacified, and with a soft tongue may rigorousness be broken.
Isaiah 30:10
They dare say to the Prophets, "See not," and unto them that be clear of judgment, "Tell us of nothing for to come, but speak friendly words unto us, and preach us false things.