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13 Like the coolness of snow on a harvest day,
    so is a trustworthy messenger to those who send him:
        He refreshes his masters.
14 Like a dense fog or a dust storm,
    so is a person who brags about a gift that he does not give.

15 With patience you can persuade a ruler,
    and a soft tongue can break bones.

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13 Like a snow-cooled drink at harvest time
    is a trustworthy messenger to the one who sends him;
    he refreshes the spirit of his master.(A)
14 Like clouds and wind without rain
    is one who boasts of gifts never given.

15 Through patience a ruler can be persuaded,(B)
    and a gentle tongue can break a bone.(C)

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