Proverbs 14:25-27

New Century Version

²⁵A truthful witness saves lives,
but a false witness is a traitor.

²⁶Those who respect the Lord will have security,
and their children will be protected.

²⁷Respect for the Lord gives life.
It is like a fountain that can save people from death.

Proverbs 14:25-27

New International Version

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

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

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

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