Proverbs 16:6
By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.
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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.
Catholic Public Domain Version
By mercy and truth, iniquity is redeemed. And by the fear of the Lord, one turns away from evil