I really couldn’t settle on which text version of this I wanted to parse, but I’ve picked my top seven favorites (yes, I said 7 and… I know, I know, it’s total madness on my part). As an added bonus, I have included the Sheli translation/interpretation of what it means to me. (You’re welcome!)
How do you interpret each one?
Amplified Version:
9 He who covers and forgives an offense seeks love, But he who repeats or gossips about a matter separates intimate friends.
World Messianic Bible:
The Passion Translation:
Revised Standard Version:
New International Version:
The Sheli Translation: When you love and care about people, you protect them and their reputation. To do otherwise (especially sharing their foibles, faults and follies) is damaging to the relationships of all parties involved, including you.
In summary, I believe that they all basically say don’t be an A$$hole by spreading hatred and dissension in the name of “truth”. If your goal in ‘truth-telling” is to hurt someone, then you are wrong. Period. The End.
