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16 There are six things which Yahweh hates;
    yes, seven which are an abomination to him:
17 arrogant eyes, a lying tongue,
    hands that shed innocent blood,
18 a heart that devises wicked schemes,
    feet that are swift in running to mischief,
19 a false witness who utters lies,
    and he who sows discord among brothers.

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18 He who hides hatred has lying lips.
    He who utters a slander is a fool.

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19 Truth’s lips will be established forever,
    but a lying tongue is only momentary.

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22 Lying lips are an abomination to Yahweh,
    but those who do the truth are his delight.

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A righteous man hates lies,
    but a wicked man brings shame and disgrace.

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20 One who has a perverse heart doesn’t find prosperity,
    and one who has a deceitful tongue falls into trouble.

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22 That which makes a man to be desired is his kindness.
    A poor man is better than a liar.

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Getting treasures by a lying tongue
    is a fleeting vapor for those who seek death.

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28 A lying tongue hates those it hurts;
    and a flattering mouth works ruin.

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