17 The truth teller speaks what is right, but the false witness speaks what is[a] deceitful.
19 A truthful saying[a] is trusted forever, but the liar[b] only for a moment.
22 Deceitful speech is reprehensible to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are his delight.
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