Proverbs 17:9-11

Lexham English Bible

⁹ He who forgives an affront fosters love,
    but he who waits on a matter will alienate a friend.
¹⁰ A rebuke strikes him who understands
    deeper than one hundred blows to a fool.
¹¹ An evil person will seek only rebellion,
    and a cruel messenger will be sent against him.