Proverbs 27:5 declares open rebuke better than hidden love, directly echoing the value of rebuke over flattery in this verse.

Proverbs 27:6 says wounds from a friend (rebuke) are trustworthy, while enemy's kisses (flattery) deceive — reinforcing the same contrast.

Proverbs 9:8 says rebuking the wise earns their love — directly parallel to gaining favor instead of flattery.

In Proverbs 24:25, the same principle that rebuking the wicked brings blessing reinforces the benefit of honest correction over flattery.

2 Samuel 12:7 shows Nathan's rebuke of David — a bold confrontation that led to repentance and favor, illustrating the proverb's principle.

Psalm 141:5 echoes the same theme: a righteous rebuke is a kindness, like oil on the head — reinforcing the value of correction.

Matthew 18:15 gives NT instruction on confronting a brother in private — aligning with the proverb that rebuke leads to favor.

Galatians 2:11 shows Paul rebuking Peter publicly — a real example of confrontation serving truth.

1 Samuel 25:33 shows David blessing Abigail for her wise rebuke that prevented bloodshed — a direct example of gaining favor through rebuke.

In 1 Thessalonians 2:5, Paul explicitly rejects flattering words, providing a NT example of the same integrity.