Proverbs 17:9-11

Darby Translation

⁹ He that covereth transgression seeketh love; but he that bringeth a matter up again separateth very friends.

¹⁰ A reproof entereth more deeply into him that hath understanding than a hundred stripes into a fool.

¹¹ An evil [man] seeketh only rebellion; but a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.