Proverbs 12:18-20

New Life Version

¹⁸There is one whose foolish words cut like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

¹⁹Lips that tell the truth will last forever, but a lying tongue lasts only for a little while.

²⁰Lying is in the heart of those who plan what is bad, but those who plan peace have joy.

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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