Proverbs 14:5

5 An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies.

Proverbs 14:5 in Other Translations

KJV
5 A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.
ESV
5 A faithful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies.
NLT
5 An honest witness does not lie; a false witness breathes lies.
MSG
5 A true witness never lies; a false witness makes a business of it.
CSB
5 An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness utters lies.

Proverbs 14:5 In-Context

3 A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride, but the lips of the wise protect them.
4 Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.
5 An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies.
6 The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.
7 Stay away from a fool, for you will not find knowledge on their lips.

Cross References 1

  • 1. S Psalms 12:2; S Proverbs 6:19; Proverbs 12:17
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