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A calm adult holds position at a respectful distance from an agitated ruler.
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Ecclesiastes 10:4

Calm Before Anger

Small Folly and Public Harm · Ecclesiastes 10

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4If the ruler’s anger rises against you, do not leave your place, for calmness lays great offenses to rest.

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