Proverbs 27:5

World English Bible

Better is open rebuke
than hidden love.

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Proverbs 27:5 in other translations

Better is open rebuke Than love that is hidden.

Proverbs 27:5 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 27:5 in context

  1. 3A stone is heavy,
    and sand is a burden;
    but a fool’s provocation is heavier than both.
  2. 4Wrath is cruel,
    and anger is overwhelming;
    but who is able to stand before jealousy?
  3. 5Better is open rebuke
    than hidden love.
  4. 6The wounds of a friend are faithful,
    although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.
  5. 7A full soul loathes a honeycomb;
    but to a hungry soul, every bitter thing is sweet.