World English Bible
Proverbs 17:9
“He who covers an offense promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best friends.”
Verse in context — Proverbs 17
7
Arrogant speech isn't fitting for a fool, much less do lying lips fit a prince.
8
A bribe is a precious stone in the eyes of him who gives it; wherever he turns, he prospers.
9
He who covers an offense promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best friends.
10
A rebuke enters deeper into one who has understanding than a hundred lashes into a fool.
11
An evil man seeks only rebellion; therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.