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Proverbs 26:24

World English Bible

A malicious man disguises himself with his lips,
but he harbors evil in his heart.

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Proverbs 26:24 in other translations

He that hateth dissembleth with his lips; But he layeth up deceit within him:

Proverbs 26:24 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 26:24 in context

  1. 22The words of a whisperer are as dainty morsels,
    they go down into the innermost parts.
  2. 23Like silver dross on an earthen vessel
    are the lips of a fervent one with an evil heart.
  3. 24A malicious man disguises himself with his lips,
    but he harbors evil in his heart.
  4. 25When his speech is charming, don’t believe him,
    for there are seven abominations in his heart.
  5. 26His malice may be concealed by deception,
    but his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.