Proverbs 12:18-20

New International Reader's Version

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.

²⁰There are lies in the hearts of those who plan evil.
But there is joy for those who work to bring peace.

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)

New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

New International Version (NIV)