Proverbs 27:6

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

The wounds of a friend are faithful, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.

In context

4 Wrath is cruel and anger is like a flood, but who can withstand jealousy?

5 Better an open rebuke than love that is concealed.

6 The wounds of a friend are faithful, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.

7 The soul that is full loathes honey, but to a hungry soul, any bitter thing is sweet.

8 Like a bird that strays from its nest is a man who wanders from his home.

BSB Berean Standard Bible: The wounds of a friend are faithful, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
KJV King James Version: Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
WEB World English Bible: The wounds of a friend are faithful, although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.
ASV American Standard Version: Faithful are the wounds of a friend; But the kisses of an enemy are profuse.
YLT Young's Literal Translation: Faithful are the wounds of a lover, And abundant the kisses of an enemy.
DBY Darby Translation: Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are profuse.
WBS Webster Bible: Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.