Proverbs 12:17 - Forerunner Commentary

Proverbs 12:17

15 ^aThe way of a fool is right in his own eyes,
But he who heeds counsel is wise.

16 ^aA fool’s wrath is known at once,
But a prudent man covers shame.

17 ^aHe who speaks truth declares righteousness,
But a false witness, deceit.

18 ^aThere is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword,
But the tongue of the wise promotes health.

19 The truthful lip shall be established forever,
^aBut a lying tongue is but for a moment.

20 Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil,
But counselors of peace have joy.

21 ^aNo grave¹ trouble will overtake the righteous,
But the wicked shall be filled with evil.

Verse Comparison: Proverbs 12:17

American Standard Version
He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit.

Amplified® Bible
He who breathes out truth shows forth righteousness (uprightness and right standing with God), but a false witness utters deceit.

Contemporary English Version
An honest person tells the truth in court, but a dishonest person tells nothing but lies.

Darby English Version
He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness; but a false witness deceit.

Good News Bible
When you tell the truth, justice is done, but lies lead to injustice.

King James Version
He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.

New American Standard Bible
He who speaks truth tells what is right, But a false witness, deceit.

New International Version
A truthful witness gives honest testimony,
but a false witness tells lies.

New King James Version
He who speaks truth declares righteousness,
But a false witness, deceit.

N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
He who speaks truth tells the right thing, But a false witness, deceit.

Revised Standard Version
He who speaks the truth gives honest evidence, but a false witness utters deceit.

Young's Literal Translation
Whoso uttereth faithfulness declareth righteousness, And a false witness -- deceit.

New English Translation
The faithful witness¹ tells what is right,² but a false witness³ speaks⁴ deceit.