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He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; But he that harpeth on a matter separateth chief friends.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

Seeks love – that is, takes the course that leads to his gaining it.

He who repeats a matter – The warning is directed against…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

CharlesEllicott

19th Century
Anglican
19th Century

He that covereth a transgression seeketh lovethat is, one who does not notice, but rather conceals and excuse…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

He that covers a transgression seeks love
He that hides the transgression of another, or of his friend, committed ag…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

The way to preserve peace is to make the best of everything; not to notice what has been said or done against ourselves.

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