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Proverbs 12:17

World English Bible

He who is truthful testifies honestly,
but a false witness lies.

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Proverbs 12:17 in other translations

He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit.

Proverbs 12:17 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 12:17 in context

  1. 15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,
    but he who is wise listens to counsel.
  2. 16A fool shows his annoyance the same day,
    but one who overlooks an insult is prudent.
  3. 17He who is truthful testifies honestly,
    but a false witness lies.
  4. 18There is one who speaks rashly like the piercing of a sword,
    but the tongue of the wise heals.
  5. 19Truth’s lips will be established forever,
    but a lying tongue is only momentary.