2 quotations linked to King James Bible — Proverbs 17:9 associated with Proverbs, with source notes, explanations and related topics.
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“He that covereth a transgression seeketh love.”
The proverb distinguishes repairing a relationship from repeatedly reopening an offence, presenting discretion as one way love protects community.
Source note: Proverbs 17:9 in the King James Version; excerpt from the contrast between covering a transgression and repeating a matter.
“He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.”
The proverb contrasts discretion with repeated reopening of an offence, recognizing that the way conflict is handled can preserve or fracture friendship.
Source note: Proverbs 17:9 in the King James Version.