Proverbs 12:17-19

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹⁷He who breathes out truth shows forth righteousness (uprightness and right standing with God), but a false witness utters deceit.

¹⁸There are those who speak rashly, like the piercing of a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

¹⁹Truthful lips shall be established forever, but a lying tongue is [credited] but for a moment.

Proverbs 12:17-19

New International Version

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth,
but a false witness tells lies.^(A)

¹⁸The words of the reckless pierce like swords,^(B)
but the tongue of the wise brings healing.^(C)

¹⁹Truthful lips endure forever,
but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition (AMPC)

New International Version (NIV)