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Berean Standard Bible

He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.

Context

15The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to counsel. 16A fool’s anger is known at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult. 17He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit. 18Speaking rashly is like a piercing sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. 19Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.

English text: Berean Standard Bible (BSB). English audio: Berean Standard Audio Bible.