Proverbs 27:5-6
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
5 Better is open rebuke
than hidden love.(A)
6 Well meant are the wounds a friend inflicts,
but profuse are the kisses of an enemy.
Proverbs 27:5-6
New Living Translation
5 An open rebuke
is better than hidden love!
6 Wounds from a sincere friend
are better than many kisses from an enemy.
Proverbs 27:5-6
New International Version
5 Better is open rebuke
than hidden love.
6 Wounds from a friend can be trusted,
but an enemy multiplies kisses.(A)
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