Proverbs 12:17-19

Jubilee Bible 2000

¹⁷¶ He that speaks truth shows forth righteousness, but a false witness, deceit.

¹⁸¶ There are those that speak like the piercings of a sword, but the tongue of the wise is medicine.

¹⁹¶ The lip of truth shall be established for ever, but a lying tongue is 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.

Jubilee Bible 2000 (JUB)

New International Version (NIV)