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25 The truthful witness saves lives,
    but whoever utters lies is a betrayer.
26 The fear of the Lord is a strong defense,
    a refuge even for one’s children.
27 The fear of the Lord is a fountain of life,
    turning one from the snares of death.

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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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