Proverbs 12:22

22 The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy.

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Proverbs 12:22 in Other Translations

KJV
22 Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.
ESV
22 Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, but those who act faithfully are his delight.
NLT
22 The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in those who tell the truth.
MSG
22 God can't stomach liars; he loves the company of those who keep their word.
CSB
22 Lying lips are detestable to the Lord, but faithful people are His delight.

Proverbs 12:22 In-Context

20 Deceit is in the hearts of those who plot evil, but those who promote peace have joy.
21 No harm overtakes the righteous, but the wicked have their fill of trouble.
22 The LORD detests lying lips, but he delights in people who are trustworthy.
23 The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves, but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.
24 Diligent hands will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor.

Cross References 3

  • 1. 1 Kings 13:18; Proverbs 6:17; Revelation 22:15
  • 2. Psalms 18:19
  • 3. S Proverbs 11:20
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