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What does Proverbs 17:9 mean?

If you forgive someone’s mistake, you help keep a friendship strong. But if you keep bringing it up, you’ll drive friends apart. Proverbs 17:9 - Modern Text Bible

(Letting go of past wrongs builds relationships, but holding onto them destroys trust and closeness.)