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Proverbs 12:17-19
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17 A truthful witness is honest in his testimony,
    but a false witness testifies deceitfully.
18 Thoughtless words wound like a sword thrust,
    but the tongue of the wise produces healing.
19 Truthful speech endures forever,
    but deceitful lies last only for a moment.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 12:19 A person who has spoken the truth has said it once and for all and need not open the mouth again; a liar must fall back on ever-new lies.
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Proverbs 12:17-19
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17 An honest witness tells the truth,
    but a false witness tells lies.(A)

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

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

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