Proverbs 14:5 nasb — A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness utters lies.

NASB

"A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness utters lies."

— Proverbs 14:5, NASB

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Proverbs 14 — Context

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He who walks in his uprightness fears the LORD, But he who is devious in his ways despises Him.

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In the mouth of the foolish is a rod for his back, But the lips of the wise will protect them.

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Where no oxen are, the manger is clean, But much revenue comes by the strength of the ox.

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A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness utters lies.

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A scoffer seeks wisdom and finds none, But knowledge is easy to one who has understanding.

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Leave the presence of a fool, Or you will not discern words of knowledge.

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The wisdom of the sensible is to understand his way, But the foolishness of fools is deceit.

Proverbs 14:5 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 14:5 say?
Proverbs 14:5 in the NASB reads: “A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness utters lies.”
Where is Proverbs 14:5 in the Bible?
Proverbs 14:5 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 14, verse 5.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 14:5.
What translation should I read Proverbs 14:5 in?
Proverbs 14:5 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 14:5?
Proverbs 14:5 reads (NASB): “A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness utters lies.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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