Proverbs 3:18 She is a tree of life to them that lay hold upon her: and happy is every one that retaineth her. 11:16 A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong men retain riches. Micah 7:18 Who is a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth in mercy.