Proverbs 17:9-11

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

⁹ He who covers and forgives an offense seeks love, but he who repeats or harps on a matter separates even close friends.

¹⁰ A reproof enters deeper into a man of understanding than a hundred lashes into a [self-confident] fool.^(A)

¹¹ An evil man seeks only rebellion; therefore a stern and pitiless messenger shall be sent against him.