Proverbs 27:6

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

The wounds of a friend are trustworthy, but the kisses of an enemy are excessive.

Cross References

Revelation 3:19

As many as I love, I rebuke and discipline.   So be zealous and repent.

Hebrews 12:10

For they disciplined us for a short time based on what seemed good to them, but he does it for our benefit, so that we can share his holiness.

Proverbs 10:18

The one who conceals hatred has lying lips, and whoever spreads slander is a fool.

Proverbs 20:30

Lashes and wounds purge away evil, and beatings cleanse the innermost parts.

Proverbs 27:7

A person who is full tramples on a honeycomb, but to a hungry person, any bitter thing is sweet.

Proverbs 28:23

One who rebukes a person will later find more favour than one who flatters with his tongue.