Proverbs 12:17-19

Expanded Bible

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth,
but a dishonest witness tells lies.

¹⁸·Careless [Chattering] words stab like a sword,
but ·wise words bring [^La wise tongue brings] healing.

¹⁹·Truth [^LTruthful lips] will continue forever,
but ·lies are [^La lying tongue lasts] only for a moment.

Proverbs 12:17-19

New International Version

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth,
but a false witness tells lies.^(A)

¹⁸The words of the reckless pierce like swords,^(B)
but the tongue of the wise brings healing.^(C)

¹⁹Truthful lips endure forever,
but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.

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