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25 A truthful witness saves lives,
    but a liar misdirects [judgment].

26 In the fear of Adonai is powerful security;
    for his children there will be a place of refuge.
27 The fear of Adonai is a fountain of life
    enabling one to avoid deadly traps.

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25 A truthful witness saves lives,
    but a false witness is deceitful.(A)

26 Whoever fears the Lord has a secure fortress,(B)
    and for their children it will be a refuge.(C)

27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,(D)
    turning a person from the snares of death.(E)

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