Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 27:5 Cross-References
Explore 5 cross-references for Proverbs 27:5 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 27 verse 5 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Open rebuke is better than secret love.”
Proverbs 27:5 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 27:5
Open rebuke is better than 'secret love.' The Hebrew 'ahab satan' (hidden/concealed love) fails to act for the beloved's good. True love corrects and rebukes when necessary (Hebrews 12:6). Love that won't confront sin isn't genuine love but sentimentality or cowardice. Reformed theology values church discipline as loving act. Faithful wounds from friends exceed kisses from enemies (27:6). This verse corrects modern notions that love means never confronting or disagreeing. Biblical love speaks truth, even when difficult.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 27:5
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“He that rebuketh a man afterwards shall find more favour than he that flattereth with the tongue.”
“reprove in the sight of all”
“I said to Peter before them all”