Proverbs 27:6

Tree of Life Version

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

Cross References

Psalm 141:5

Let the righteous strike me— it is kindness. Let him correct me— it is oil on my head —my head will not refuse it. Yet still my prayer is against their wickedness.

Proverbs 10:18

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

Proverbs 20:30

Blows that wound scour away evil, and beatings purge the innermost being.

Proverbs 27:7

One who is full loathes honeycomb, but to one who is hungry every bitter thing is sweet.

Proverbs 28:23

One who rebukes a man will in the end find more favor than one with a flattering tongue.

Hebrews 12:10

Indeed, for a short time they disciplined us as seemed best to them; but He does so for our benefit, so that we may share in His holiness.

Revelation 3:19

Those whom I love, I rebuke and discipline. Therefore, be zealous and repent.