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Proverbs 12:17
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Proverbs 12:17
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
17 Whoever speaks the truth gives honest evidence,
but a false witness speaks deceitfully.(A)
Proverbs 12:19-20
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Proverbs 12:19-20
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
19 Truthful lips endure forever,
but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.(A)
20 Deceit is in the mind of those who plan evil,
but those who counsel peace have joy.(B)
Proverbs 12:22
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Proverbs 12:22
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
22 Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord,
but those who act faithfully are his delight.(A)
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition (NRSVUE)
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