11 The Lord hates dishonest scales.
    But he is pleased with correct weights.

³ Good people will be guided by honesty.
    But dishonesty will destroy those who are not trustworthy.

²⁰ The Lord hates those with evil hearts.
    But he is pleased with those who are innocent.

¹⁹ Truth will last forever.
    But lies last only a moment.

²² The Lord hates those who tell lies.
    But he is pleased with those who do what they promise.

²⁵ A truthful witness saves lives.
    But a false witness is a traitor.

¹³ Kings are pleased with those who speak honest words.
    They value a person who speaks the truth.

19 It is better to be poor and honest
    than to be foolish and tell lies.

⁷ The good person who lives an honest life
    is a blessing to his children.