Proverbs 17:9 He that covers a transgression seeks love; but he that repeats a matter separates very friends. 

The one who forgives and discreetly covers over the faults of another demonstrates a heart that desires peace and love. He values the relationship more than the offence. But the one who keeps bringing up past wrongs or spreads them to others destroys even the closest friendships. True love is proven not by exposing weaknesses, but by choosing mercy over gossip and reconciliation over division.

“Love covers all sins” (10:12; 1Pet. 4:8). Repeating a matter can cause long-lasting damage to trust and unity.