Proverbs 25:18 net — Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow, so is the one who testifies against his neighbor as a false witness.

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"Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow, so is the one who testifies against his neighbor as a false witness."

— Proverbs 25:18, NET Bible

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Proverbs 25 — Context

15

Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a soft tongue can break a bone.

16

You have found honey–eat only what is sufficient for you, lest you become stuffed with it and vomit it up.

17

Don’t set foot too frequently in your neighbor’s house, lest he become weary of you and hate you.

18

Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow, so is the one who testifies against his neighbor as a false witness.

19

Like a bad tooth or a foot out of joint, so is confidence in an unfaithful person at the time of trouble.

20

Like one who takes off a garment on a cold day, or like vinegar poured on soda, so is one who sings songs to a heavy heart.

21

If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat, and if he is thirsty, give him water to drink,

Proverbs 25:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 25:18 say?
Proverbs 25:18 in the NET Bible reads: “Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow, so is the one who testifies against his neighbor as a false witness.”
Where is Proverbs 25:18 in the Bible?
Proverbs 25:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 25, verse 18.
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 25:18.
What translation should I read Proverbs 25:18 in?
Proverbs 25:18 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 25:18?
Proverbs 25:18 reads (NET): “Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow, so is the one who testifies against his neighbor as a false witness.” 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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