Proverbs 16:6 (KJV) "By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil." Proverbs 1:6 (KJV). To understand a proverb, and the interpretation; the words of the wise, and their dark sayings. Psalm 49:4 (KJV) "I will incline mine ear to a parable: I will open my dark saying upon the harp"

1 Thessalonians 5:15–17 (KJV) "See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. 16 Rejoice evermore. 17 Pray without ceasing"