Proverbs 17:7

New Living Translation

⁷Eloquent words are not fitting for a fool;
even less are lies fitting for a ruler.

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Proverbs 17:7

International Standard Version

⁷Appropriate speech is inconsistent with the fool;
how much more are deceitful statements^[a] with a prince!

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Notas al pie

Proverbs 17:7 Lit. lips

Proverbs 17:26

New Living Translation

²⁶It is wrong to punish the godly for being good
or to flog leaders for being honest.

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Proverbs 17:26

International Standard Version

²⁶Furthermore, it isn’t good to fine the righteous,
or to beat an official because of his uprightness.

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