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24 A person who hates you may fool you with his words.
    But in his mind he is planning evil.
25 His words are kind, but don’t believe him.
    His mind is full of evil thoughts.
26 He hides his hate with lies.
    But his evil will be plain to everyone.

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24 Enemies disguise themselves with their lips,(A)
    but in their hearts they harbor deceit.(B)
25 Though their speech is charming,(C) do not believe them,
    for seven abominations fill their hearts.(D)
26 Their malice may be concealed by deception,
    but their wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.

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