Proverbs 12:17-19

New Life Version

¹⁷He who speaks the truth tells what is right, but a liar tells lies.

¹⁸There is one whose foolish words cut like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

¹⁹Lips that tell the truth will last forever, but a lying tongue lasts only for a little while.

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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