Lux Domini
Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.

What does Proverbs 27:6 mean?

Plain and faithful rebukes are better, not only than secret hatred, but than love which compliments in sin, to the hurt of the soul.

Key themes

LoveAnxiety and fearWisdomJustice and mercyFear of the Lord

Read with

Keep this verse inside Proverbs 27:5-8 and alongside a few nearby related passages.