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Proverbs 17
The 2026 edition cites 3 passages touching Proverbs 17, each printed here in the KJV with every place in the Constitution that cites it.
Proverbs 17:9
9 He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends.
Cited by 1 place in the Constitution
Larger Catechism 1
- LC 144
The duties required in the ninth commandment are, the preserving and promoting of truth between man and man, and the good name of our neighbor, as well as our…
Proverbs 17:15
15 He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD.
Cited by 1 place in the Constitution
Larger Catechism 1
- LC 145
The sins forbidden in the ninth commandment are, all prejudicing the truth, and the good name of our neighbors, as well as our own, especially in public…
Proverbs 17:22
22 A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones.
Cited by 1 place in the Constitution
Larger Catechism 1
- LC 135
The duties required in the sixth commandment are, all careful studies, and lawful endeavours, to preserve the life of ourselves and others by resisting all…