Verse 9

The one who forgives an offense seeks love, but whoever repeats a matter separates close friends.

Referenced Verses

• Prov 10:12 : 12 Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers all transgressions.
• 1 Pet 4:8 : 8 Above all keep your love for one another fervent, because love covers a multitude of sins.
• Prov 16:28 : 28 A perverse person spreads dissension, and a gossip separates the closest friends.
• Ps 32:1 : 1 By David; a well-written song. How blessed is the one whose rebellious acts are forgiven, whose sin is pardoned!