Verse 15
By adding a few words, the idea of this verse becomes clearer. "By forbearance [of speech] a ruler may be persuaded." That is, do not speak too long. A gentle tongue can be very powerful.
"Calm and patient speech can break down insurmountable opposition." [Note: Ross, p. 1082.]
"The bones are the most rigid body parts inside of a person, and fracturing the bones here refers to breaking down the deepest, most hardened resistance to an idea a person may possess." [Note: D. A. Garrett, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs, p. 207.]
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