Proverbs 12:17
17 An honest witness tells the truth, but a false witness tells lies.
Other Translations of Proverbs 12:17
King James Version
17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
English Standard Version
17 Whoever speaks
The Message
17 Truthful witness by a good person clears the air, but liars lay down a smoke screen of deceit.
New King James Version
17 He who speaks truth declares righteousness, But a false witness, deceit.
New Living Translation
17 An honest witness tells the truth; a false witness tells lies.
Proverbs 12:19
19 Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
Other Translations of Proverbs 12:19
King James Version
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
English Standard Version
19 Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
The Message
19 Truth lasts; lies are here today, gone tomorrow.
New King James Version
19 The truthful lip shall be established forever, But a lying tongue is but for a moment.
New Living Translation
19 Truthful words stand the test of time, but lies are soon exposed.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:19
Commentary on Proverbs 12:19
(Read Proverbs 12:19)
If truth be spoken, it will hold good; whoever may be disobliged, still it will keep its ground.
Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:17
Commentary on Proverbs 12:17
(Read Proverbs 12:17)
It is good for all to dread and detest the sin of lying, and to be governed by honesty.