No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth onto an old garment; for what was intended to cover up [the hole] actually tears away [part of] the garment [i.e., when it shrinks], causing a bigger hole.

And some began to spit upon him, and cover up his face, and buffet him, and say to him, Prophesy; and the officers struck him with the palms of their hands.

For we were never found using flattering words at any time, as you know, nor did we try to cover up any greedy desires. God can testify [to this].

you may be sure that whoever brings a sinner back from his misguided way will save the man's soul from death, and cover up a host of sins.

As servants of God, you should live as free people, but do not use this freedom to cover up your wrongdoing.