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Proverbs 26:28

A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.

Proverbs 26:28 · King James Version

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Proverbs 26:28 in other translations

BSB Berean Standard Bible

A lying tongue hates those it crushes, and a flattering mouth causes ruin.

WEB World English Bible

A lying tongue hates those it hurts; and a flattering mouth works ruin.

NHEB New Heart English Bible

A lying tongue hates those it hurts; and a flattering mouth works ruin.

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25 When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for there are seven abominations in his heart.

26 Whose hatred is covered by deceit, his wickedness shall be shewed before the whole congregation.

27 Whoso diggeth a pit shall fall therein: and he that rolleth a stone, it will return upon him.

28 A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.

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