25 Though their speech is charming, do not believe them, for seven abominations fill their hearts.

Other Translations of Proverbs 26:25

King James Version

25 When he speaketh speaketh...: Heb. maketh his voice gracious fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart.

English Standard Version

25 when he speaks graciously, believe him not, for there are seven abominations in his heart;

The Message

25 When he speaks warmly to you, don't believe him for a minute; he's just waiting for the chance to rip you off.

New King James Version

25 When he speaks kindly, do not believe him, For there are seven abominations in his heart;

New Living Translation

25 They pretend to be kind, but don't believe them. Their hearts are full of many evils.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 26:25

Commentary on Proverbs 26:24-26

(Read Proverbs 26:24-26)

Always distrust when a man speaks fair unless you know him well. Satan, in his temptations, speaks fair, as he did to Eve; but it is madness to give credit to him.