Proverbs 12:17-18
Proverbs 12:17-18 The Passion Translation (TPT)
Truthfulness marks the righteous, but the habitual liar can never be trusted. Reckless words are like the thrusts of a sword, cutting remarks meant to stab and to hurt. But the words of the wise soothe and heal.
Proverbs 12:17-18 The Message (MSG)
Truthful witness by a good person clears the air, but liars lay down a smoke screen of deceit. Rash language cuts and maims, but there is healing in the words of the wise.
Proverbs 12:17-18 King James Version (KJV)
He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: But a false witness deceit. There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: But the tongue of the wise is health.
Proverbs 12:17-18 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
He who speaks truth tells what is right, But a false witness, deceit. There is one who speaks rashly like the thrusts of a sword, But the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Proverbs 12:17-18 New Century Version (NCV)
An honest witness tells the truth, but a dishonest witness tells lies. Careless words stab like a sword, but wise words bring healing.
Proverbs 12:17-18 American Standard Version (ASV)
He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit. There is that speaketh rashly like the piercings of a sword; But the tongue of the wise is health.
Proverbs 12:17-18 New International Version (NIV)
An honest witness tells the truth, but a false witness tells lies. The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Proverbs 12:17-18 New King James Version (NKJV)
He who speaks truth declares righteousness, But a false witness, deceit. There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword, But the tongue of the wise promotes health.
Proverbs 12:17-18 Amplified Bible (AMP)
He who speaks truth [when he testifies] tells what is right, But a false witness utters deceit [in court]. There is one who speaks rashly like the thrusts of a sword, But the tongue of the wise brings healing.