Holy Scripture
Proverbs 27:5
A church father on this verse
“It is surely clear that concealing sin contributes to the death of the sick person, "for the sting of death is sin," says the Scripture, and also, "Open rebukes are better than hidden love." Let no one, therefore, conceal a sin in behalf of another, lest fratricide take the place of fraternal charity.”
Source: Septuagint
Original
5Open reproofs are better than secret love.
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In context
3A stone is heavy, and sand cumbersome; But a fool’s wrath is heavier than both.
4Wrath is merciless, and anger sharp: But envy can bear nothing.
— Proverbs 27:5 —
6The wounds of a friend are more to be trusted Than the spontaneous kisses of an enemy.
7A full soul scorns honeycombs; But to a hungry soul even bitter things appear sweet.