Proverbs 28:13
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordHe that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall have mercy.
— Proverbs 28:13, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
He who conceals his sins doesn't prosper, But whoever confesses and renounces them finds mercy.
American Standard Version (ASV)
He that covereth his transgressions shall not prosper; But whoso confesseth and forsaketh them shall obtain mercy.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
Whoso is covering his transgressions prospereth not, And he who is confessing and forsaking hath mercy.