Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.

American Standard Version (ASV)

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

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He who keeps a sin covered is looking for love; but he who keeps on talking of a thing makes division between friends.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

He that covereth transgression seeketh love; but he that bringeth a matter up again separateth very friends.

World English Bible (WEB)

He who covers an offense promotes love; But he who repeats a matter separates best friends.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Whoso is covering transgression is seeking love, And whoso is repeating a matter Is separating a familiar friend.