Proverbs 26:28
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
28 A lying tongue hates its victims,
and a flattering mouth works ruin.(A)
Proverbs 26:28
New Living Translation
28 A lying tongue hates its victims,
and flattering words cause ruin.
Proverbs 28:23
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
23 Whoever rebukes a person will afterward find more favor
than one who flatters with the tongue.(A)
Proverbs 28:23
New Living Translation
23 In the end, people appreciate honest criticism
far more than flattery.
Proverbs 29:5
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
5 Whoever flatters a neighbor
is spreading a net for the neighbor’s feet.
Proverbs 29:5
New Living Translation
5 To flatter friends
is to lay a trap for their feet.
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