Proverbs 12:21

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Proverbs 12:19–23 · Berean Standard Bible

19 Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.

20 Deceit is in the hearts of those who devise evil, but the counselors of peace have joy.

21 No harm befalls the righteous, but the wicked are filled with trouble.

22 Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight.

23 A shrewd man keeps his knowledge to himself, but a foolish heart proclaims its folly.

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