He who conceals his sins doesn’t prosper, but whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy. | People who conceal their sins will not prosper, but if they confess and turn from them, they will receive mercy. |
He who hides hatred has lying lips. He who utters a slander is a fool. | Hiding hatred makes you a liar; slandering others makes you a fool. |
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Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but violence covers the mouth of the wicked. | The godly are showered with blessings; the words of the wicked conceal violent intentions. |
One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret. | A gossip goes around telling secrets, but those who are trustworthy can keep a confidence. |
A fool shows his annoyance the same day, but one who overlooks an insult is prudent. | A fool is quick-tempered, but a wise person stays calm when insulted. |
He who covers an offense promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best friends. | Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends. |