Whoever covers his offenses will not prosper, but whoever confesses and abandons them will find mercy.
In context
11A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man with discernment sees through him. 12When the righteous triumph there is great splendor, but when the wicked rise, people go into hiding. 13Whoever covers his offenses will not prosper, but whoever confesses and abandons them will find mercy. 14Happy is the man who fears continually, but whoever hardens his heart will fall into trouble. 15A roaring lion and a charging bear—so is a wicked ruler over a helpless people.
