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Proverbs 17:8-10
Names of God Bible
Proverbs 17:8-10
Names of God Bible
8 A bribe seems like a jewel to the one who gives it.[a]
Wherever he turns, he prospers.
9 Whoever forgives an offense seeks love,
but whoever keeps bringing up the issue separates the closest of friends.
10 A reprimand impresses a person who has understanding
more than a hundred lashes impress a fool.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 17:8 Or “who receives it.”
Proverbs 17:8-10
New International Version
Proverbs 17:8-10
New International Version
8 A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it;
they think success will come at every turn.(A)
9 Whoever would foster love covers over an offense,(B)
but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.(C)
10 A rebuke impresses a discerning person
more than a hundred lashes a fool.
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