Ecclesiastes 10:4
Ecclesiastes 10:4 The Message (MSG)
If a ruler loses his temper against you, don’t panic; A calm disposition quiets intemperate rage. * * *
Ecclesiastes 10:4 King James Version (KJV)
If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences.
Ecclesiastes 10:4 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
If the ruler’s temper rises against you, do not abandon your position, because composure allays great offenses.
Ecclesiastes 10:4 New Century Version (NCV)
Don’t leave your job just because your boss is angry with you. Remaining calm solves great problems.
Ecclesiastes 10:4 American Standard Version (ASV)
If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for gentleness allayeth great offences.
Ecclesiastes 10:4 New King James Version (NKJV)
If the spirit of the ruler rises against you, Do not leave your post; For conciliation pacifies great offenses.
Ecclesiastes 10:4 Amplified Bible (AMP)
If the temper of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your post [showing resistance], because composure and calmness prevent great offenses.
Ecclesiastes 10:4 New Living Translation (NLT)
If your boss is angry at you, don’t quit! A quiet spirit can overcome even great mistakes.