Proverbs 25:14-16

New Living Translation

¹⁴A person who promises a gift but doesn’t give it
is like clouds and wind that bring no rain.

¹⁵Patience can persuade a prince,
and soft speech can break bones.

¹⁶Do you like honey?
Don’t eat too much, or it will 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)

New Living Translation (NLT)

New International Version (NIV)