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19 
Truthful lips will be established forever,
But a lying tongue is [credited] only for a moment.
20 
Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil,
But counselors of peace have joy.

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22 
Lying lips are extremely disgusting to the Lord,
But those who deal faithfully are His delight.(A)

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A righteous man hates lies,
But a wicked man is loathsome, and he acts shamefully.

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26 
He kisses the lips [and wins the hearts of people]
Who gives a right and straightforward answer.

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18 
Like a madman who throws
Firebrands, arrows, and death,
19 
So is the man who deceives his neighbor (acquaintance, friend)
And then says, “Was I not joking?”(A)

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