The King James Version Bible

Proverbs 25:11-15

  1. A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.

  2. As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear.

  3. As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters.

  4. Whoso boasteth himself of a false gift is like clouds and wind without rain.

  5. By long forbearing is a prince persuaded, and a soft tongue breaketh the bone.