Nehr · Proverbs 26

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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World English Bible (WEB)

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

American Standard Version (ASV)

A lying tongue hateth those whom it hath wounded; And a flattering mouth worketh ruin.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A lying tongue hateth its bruised ones, And a flattering mouth worketh an overthrow!

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