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Proverbs 21:6
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue Is a vapor driven to and fro by them that seek death.
Proverbs 21:6 · American Standard Version
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Proverbs 21:6 in other translations
The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.
Making a fortune by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist, a deadly pursuit.
Getting treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor for those who seek death.
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In context
3 To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to Jehovah than sacrifice.
4 A high look, and a proud heart, Even the lamp of the wicked, is sin.
5 The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; But every one that is hasty hasteth only to want.
6 The getting of treasures by a lying tongue Is a vapor driven to and fro by them that seek death.
7 The violence of the wicked shall sweep them away, Because they refuse to do justice.
8 The way of him that is laden with guilt is exceeding crooked; But as for the pure, his work is right.
9 It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, Than with a contentious woman in a wide house.
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