Proverbs · Proverbs 17
He who covers an offence promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best friends.
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The verses immediately either side, within Proverbs 17.
Before
8A bribe is a precious stone in the eyes of him who gives it; wherever he turns, he prospers.
Proverbs 17:9
He who covers an offence promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best friends.
After
10A rebuke enters deeper into one who has understanding than a hundred lashes into a fool.