Proverbs 17:3, 9, 17-18, 24, 27-28
Proverbs 17:3 NKJV
The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold, But the LORD tests the hearts.
Proverbs 17:9 NKJV
He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates friends.
Proverbs 17:17-18 NKJV
A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity. A man devoid of understanding shakes hands in a pledge, And becomes surety for his friend.
Proverbs 17:24 NKJV
Wisdom is in the sight of him who has understanding, But the eyes of a fool are on the ends of the earth.
Proverbs 17:27-28 NKJV
He who has knowledge spares his words, And a man of understanding is of a calm spirit. Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive.





