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Proverbs 12:20
Deceit is in the heart of them that devise evil; but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
Proverbs 12:20 · Darby Bible
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Proverbs 12:20 in other translations
Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
Deceit is in the hearts of those who devise evil, but the counselors of peace have joy.
Deceit is in the heart of those who plot evil, but joy comes to the promoters of peace.
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In context
17 He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness; but a false witness deceit.
18 There is that babbleth like the piercings of a sword; but the tongue of the wise is health.
19 The lip of truth shall be established for ever; but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
20 Deceit is in the heart of them that devise evil; but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
21 There shall no evil happen to a righteous [man]; but the wicked shall be filled with mischief.
22 Lying lips are an abomination to Jehovah; but they that deal truly are his delight.
23 A prudent man concealeth knowledge; but the heart of the foolish proclaimeth folly.
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