Proverbs 19:9 nasb — A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who tells lies will perish.

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"A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who tells lies will perish."

— Proverbs 19:9, NASB

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Proverbs 19 — Context

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Many will seek the favor of a generous man, And every man is a friend to him who gives gifts.

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All the brothers of a poor man hate him; How much more do his friends abandon him! He pursues them with words, but they are gone.

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He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; He who keeps understanding will find good.

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A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who tells lies will perish.

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Luxury is not fitting for a fool; Much less for a slave to rule over princes.

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A man's discretion makes him slow to anger, And it is his glory to overlook a transgression.

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The king's wrath is like the roaring of a lion, But his favor is like dew on the grass.

Proverbs 19:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 19:9 say?
Proverbs 19:9 in the NASB reads: “A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who tells lies will perish.”
Where is Proverbs 19:9 in the Bible?
Proverbs 19:9 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 19, verse 9.
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 19:9.
What translation should I read Proverbs 19:9 in?
Proverbs 19:9 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 19:9?
Proverbs 19:9 reads (NASB): “A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who tells lies will perish.” 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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