By long forbearing (calm patience) a ruler (prince) can be persuaded. A soft tongue breaks the bone (gets through to the hard-headed). [Pr. 25:15]

Lessons in life are abundant in the Proverbs. The above passage encourages the element of patience when dealing with young rulers in training. Teachers are wise to keep this verse in mind when being tried by the antics of strong-willed teenagers.

READ:  Pr. 23-25