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Proverbs 12:17
King James Version
Proverbs 12:17
King James Version
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
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Proverbs 12:17
New International Version
Proverbs 12:17
New International Version
17 An honest witness tells the truth,
but a false witness tells lies.(A)
Proverbs 12:17
English Standard Version
Proverbs 12:17
English Standard Version
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Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:17 Hebrew breathes out
Proverbs 12:17
Christian Standard Bible
Proverbs 12:17
Christian Standard Bible
17 Whoever speaks the truth declares what is right,
but a false witness speaks deceit.(A)
Proverbs 12:17
New American Standard Bible 1995
Proverbs 12:17
New American Standard Bible 1995
17 He who [a]speaks truth tells what is right,
But a false witness, deceit.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:17 Lit breathes
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