Proverbs 19:11

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The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.

Therefore, as elect of God, holy and beloved, put on affections of mercy, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering;

Know, my beloved brethren; but let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow toward wrath:

But I say unto you, Love your enemies with a divine love, bless those who curse you and pray for those who despitefully use you and persecute you:

Then Peter, coming to Him, said, Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? until seven times?

If possible, so far as it is within your power, living in peace with all men;

But be ye kind toward one another, merciful, forgiving one another, as indeed God in Christ forgave you.

Therefore be ye imitators of God, as beloved children;