Proverbs 27:6

World English Bible (WEB)

The wounds of a friend are faithful, although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.

In context

4 Wrath is cruel, and anger is overwhelming; but who is able to stand before jealousy?

5 Better is open rebuke than hidden love.

6 The wounds of a friend are faithful, although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.

7 A full soul loathes a honeycomb; but to a hungry soul, every bitter thing is sweet.

8 As a bird that wanders from her nest, so is a man who wanders from his home.

WEB World English Bible: The wounds of a friend are faithful, although the kisses of an enemy are profuse.
KJV King James Version: Faithful are the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
BSB Berean Standard Bible: The wounds of a friend are faithful, but the kisses of an enemy are deceitful.
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.