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Proverbs 16:6

By mercy and truth, iniquity is redeemed. And by the fear of the Lord, one turns away from evil
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King James Version

By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.

English Standard Version

By steadfast love and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for, and by the fear of the LORD one turns away from evil.

New International Version

Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the LORD a man avoids evil.