Proverbs 17:9
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King James Version (modern wording)
He that covers a transgression seeks love; but he that repeats a matter separates very friends.
Proverbs 17:9 (KJV)
American Standard Version
He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; But he that harpeth on a matter separateth chief friends.
Proverbs 17:9 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Whoever conceals an offense promotes love, but he who brings it up separates friends.
Proverbs 17:9 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 17:9 say?
Proverbs 17:9 in modern King James wording reads: "He that covers a transgression seeks love; but he that repeats a matter separates very friends."
Where is Proverbs 17:9 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 17:9 is verse 9 of chapter 17 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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