Proverbs 12:17-19

New International Reader's Version

¹⁷An honest witness tells the truth.
But a dishonest witness tells lies.

¹⁸The words of thoughtless people cut like swords.
But the tongue of wise people brings healing.

¹⁹Truthful words last forever.
But lies last for only 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.

New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

New International Version (NIV)