Proverbs 12:18-20

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¹⁸·Careless [Chattering] words stab like a sword,
but ·wise words bring [^La wise tongue brings] healing.

¹⁹·Truth [^LTruthful lips] will continue forever,
but ·lies are [^La lying tongue lasts] only for a moment.

²⁰Those who plan evil are full of ·lies [deceit],
but those who ·plan [advise] peace are happy.

Proverbs 12:18-20

New International Version

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

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

²⁰Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil,
but those who promote peace have joy.^(C)

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