Proverbs 26:28

New International Version

²⁸A lying tongue hates those it hurts,
and a flattering mouth^(A) works ruin.

Proverbs 26:28

Common English Bible

²⁸A lying tongue hates those it crushes;
a flattering mouth causes destruction.

¹⁶A tyrannical ruler practices extortion,
but one who hates ill-gotten gain will enjoy a long reign.

¹⁶A prince without understanding is a cruel oppressor,
but one who hates unjust gain will live long.

¹⁰The bloodthirsty hate a person of integrity
and seek to kill the upright.^(A)

¹⁰Murderous people hate the innocent,
and they seek the lives of the virtuous.

New International Version (NIV)