Proverbs 12:17-22

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹⁷ He who breathes out truth shows forth righteousness (uprightness and right standing with God), but a false witness utters deceit.

¹⁸ There are those who speak rashly, like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

¹⁹ Truthful lips shall be established forever, but a lying tongue is [credited] but for a moment.

²⁰ Deceit is in the hearts of those who devise evil, but for the counselors of peace there is joy.

²¹ No [actual] evil, misfortune, or calamity shall come upon the righteous, but the wicked shall be filled with evil, misfortune, and calamity.^(A)

²² Lying lips are extremely disgusting and hateful to the Lord, but they who deal faithfully are His delight.^(B)