Proverbs 17:8-10

World English Bible

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.