Popular Bible Verses from Proverbs 17

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A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.

A joyful heart is good medicine, But a broken spirit dries up the bones.

He who conceals a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates intimate friends.

He who restrains his words has knowledge, And he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.

Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise; When he closes his lips, he is considered prudent.

Better is a dry morsel and quietness with it Than a house full of feasting with strife.

The beginning of strife is like letting out water, So abandon the quarrel before it breaks out.

He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to the LORD.