Proverbs 12:17

"He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit."

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1 Samuel 22:14

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All Translations

BBE BBE

The breathing out of true words gives knowledge of righteousness; but a false witness gives out deceit.

DBY DBY

He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness; but a false witness deceit.

KJV King James Version

He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.

WBT WBT

He that speaketh truth showeth forth righteousness: but a false witness, deceit.

WEB WEB

He who is truthful testifies honestly, But a false witness lies.

YLT YLT

Whoso uttereth faithfulness declareth righteousness, And a false witness -- deceit.