Proverbs 12:17-19
Common English Bible
17 Those who state the truth speak justly,
but a false witness deceives.
18 Some chatter on like a stabbing sword,
but a wise tongue heals.
19 Truthful lips endure forever,
but a lying tongue lasts only for a moment.
Proverbs 12:17-19
King James Version
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
18 There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
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Proverbs 12:17-19
New King James Version
17 (A)He who speaks truth declares righteousness,
But a false witness, deceit.
18 (B)There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword,
But the tongue of the wise promotes health.
19 The truthful lip shall be established forever,
(C)But a lying tongue is but for a moment.
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