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Proverbs 12:18-20
International Standard Version
Proverbs 12:18-20
International Standard Version
18 Some speak rashly like the cutting of a sword,
but what the wise say promotes healing.
19 A truthful saying[a] is trusted forever,
but the liar[b] only for a moment.
20 Deceit is at home[c] in the heart of those who plan evil,
but those who promote peace rejoice.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:19 Lit. lips
- Proverbs 12:19 Lit. the lying tongue
- Proverbs 12:20 The Heb. lacks at home
Proverbs 12:18-20
King James Version
Proverbs 12:18-20
King James Version
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.
20 Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
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