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Proverbs 21:28
A false witness will perish. A man who listens speaks to eternity.
Proverbs 21:28 · World English Bible
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Proverbs 21:28 in other translations
A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.
A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever.
A false witness will perish, and a man who listens speaks to eternity.
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In context
25 The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor.
26 There are those who covet greedily all day long; but the righteous give and don’t withhold.
27 The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination— how much more, when he brings it with a wicked mind!
28 A false witness will perish. A man who listens speaks to eternity.
29 A wicked man hardens his face; but as for the upright, he establishes his ways.
30 There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
31 The horse is prepared for the day of battle; but victory is with the LORD.
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