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Proverbs 21:28
A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever.
Proverbs 21:28 · Berean Standard Bible
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Proverbs 21:28 in other translations
A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
A false witness will perish. A man who listens speaks to eternity.
A false witness will perish, and a man who listens speaks to eternity.
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In context
25 The craving of the slacker kills him because his hands refuse to work.
26 All day long he covets more, but the righteous give without restraint.
27 The sacrifice of the wicked is detestable— how much more so when brought with ill intent!
28 A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever.
29 A wicked man hardens his face, but the upright man makes his way sure.
30 There is no wisdom, no understanding, no counsel that can prevail against the LORD.
31 A horse is prepared for the day of battle, but victory is of the LORD.
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