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

New International Version

⁹Whoever would foster love covers over an offense,^(A)
but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends.^(B)

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

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

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