Proverbs 26:28
Expanded Bible
28 ·Liars [L Lying tongues] hate the people they ·hurt [crush],
and ·false praise [L a flattering tongue] can ruin others.
Proverbs 26:28
Amplified Bible
28
A lying tongue hates those it wounds and crushes,
And a flattering mouth works ruin.
Proverbs 28:16
Expanded Bible
16 A ·ruler [prince] without ·wisdom [understanding] will be cruel,
but the one who ·refuses to take [hates] ·dishonest money [unjust gain/profit] will ·rule [or live] a long time.
Proverbs 28:16
Amplified Bible
16
A leader who is a great oppressor lacks understanding and common sense [and his wickedness shortens his days],
But he who hates unjust gain will [be blessed and] prolong his days.
Proverbs 29:10
Expanded Bible
10 Murderers hate an ·honest [innocent; blameless] person
and ·try to kill [L seek the life of] ·those who do right [the virtuous].
Proverbs 29:10
Amplified Bible
10
The bloodthirsty hate the blameless [because of his integrity],
But the upright are concerned for his life.(A)
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