Daily Wisdom: Proverbs 27:6

Sunday, March 2, 2008

Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.
— Proverbs 27:6

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Illustration of Proverbs 27:6 — Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.

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