| Robert Christy, comp. Proverbs, Maxims and Phrases of All Ages. 1887. | | | | Reproof |
| | | A smart reproof is better than smooth deceit. | 1 |
| Public reproof hardens shame. | 2 |
| Reprove not a scorner lest he hate thee; rebuke a wise man and he will love thee. Bible. | 3 |
| Reprove others but correct thyself. | 4 |
| Reprove thy friend privately, commend him publicly. Solon. | 5 |
| Reproof never does a wise man harm. | 6 |
| Who reproves the lame must go upright. Danish. | 7 |
| It is better to reprove privately than to be angry secretly. | 8 | | |
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