4 If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences.
4 If a ruler's anger rises against you, do not leave your post; calmness can lay great offenses to rest.
4 If the anger of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your place, for calmness
4 If a ruler loses his temper against you, don't panic; A calm disposition quiets intemperate rage.
4 If the spirit of the ruler rises against you, Do not leave your post; For conciliation pacifies great offenses.
4 If your boss is angry at you, don't quit! A quiet spirit can overcome even great mistakes.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Ecclesiastes 10:4
Commentary on Ecclesiastes 10:4-10
(Read Ecclesiastes 10:4-10)
Solomon appears to caution men not to seek redress in a hasty manner, nor to yield to pride and revenge. Do not, in a passion, quit thy post of duty; wait awhile, and thou wilt find that yielding pacifies great offences. Men are not preferred according to their merit. And those are often most forward to offer help, who are least aware of the difficulties, or the consequences. The same remark is applied to the church, or the body of Christ, that all the members should have the same care one for another.