The wounds of a friend are faithful,
although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.
The wounds of a friend are faithful,
although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.
Proverbs 27:3–9
A stone is heavy,
and sand is a burden;
but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both.
Wrath is cruel,
and anger is overwhelming;
but who is able to stand before jealousy?
Better is open rebuke
than hidden love.
The wounds of a friend are faithful,
although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.
A full soul loathes a honeycomb;
but to a hungry soul, every bitter thing is sweet.
As a bird that wanders from her nest,
so is a man who wanders from his home.
Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart;
so does earnest counsel from a man’s friend.
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