Proverbs 25:14-16

Contemporary English Version

¹⁴Broken promises
are worse than rain clouds
that don't bring rain.
¹⁵Patience and gentle talk
can convince a ruler
and overcome any problem.

¹⁶Eating too much honey
can make you sick.

Proverbs 25:14-16

New International Version

¹⁴Like clouds and wind without rain
is one who boasts of gifts never given.

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

¹⁶If you find honey, eat just enough—
too much of it, and you will vomit.^(C)

Contemporary English Version (CEV)

New International Version (NIV)