NET Bible
"The faithful witness tells what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit."
— Proverbs 12:17, NET Bible
“He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.”
“He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit. ”
“He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.”
“He that speaketh that which he knoweth, sheweth forth justice: but he that lieth, is a deceitful witness.”
“The breathing out of true words gives knowledge of righteousness; but a false witness gives out deceit.”
“He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.”
A person will be satisfied with good from the fruit of his words, and the work of his hands will be rendered to him.
The way of a fool is right in his own opinion, but the one who listens to advice is wise.
A fool’s annoyance is known at once, but the prudent conceals dishonor.
The faithful witness tells what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.
Speaking recklessly is like the thrusts of a sword, but the words of the wise bring healing.
The one who tells the truth will endure forever, but the one who lies will last only for a moment.
Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy.