Proverbs 17:9

Lexham English Bible

⁹He who forgives an affront fosters love,
but he who waits on a matter will alienate a friend.

Proverbs 17:9

English Standard Version

⁹Whoever ^(A)covers an offense seeks love,
but he who repeats a matter ^(B)separates close friends.

¹⁷The friend loves at all times^[a],
but a brother is born for adversity.

¹⁷^(A)A friend loves at all times,
and a brother is born for adversity.

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