Proverbs 21:28
28 A false witness will perish, but a careful listener will testify successfully.
Other Translations of Proverbs 21:28
King James Version
28 A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
English Standard Version
28 A false witness will perish, but the word of a man who hears will endure.
The Message
28 A lying witness is unconvincing; a person who speaks truth is respected.
New King James Version
28 A false witness shall perish, But the man who hears him will speak endlessly.
New Living Translation
28 A false witness will be cut off, but a credible witness will be allowed to speak.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 21:28
Commentary on Proverbs 21:28
(Read Proverbs 21:28)
The doom of a false witness is certain.