He that speaks truth shows forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
He that speaks truth shows forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
He that uttereth truth showeth forth righteousness; But a false witness, deceit.
The breathing out of true words gives knowledge of righteousness; but a false witness gives out deceit.
He that speaketh truth showeth forth righteousness: but a false witness, deceit.
He who is truthful testifies honestly, but a false witness lies.
He that uttereth truth sheweth forth righteousness, but a false witness deceit.
The thought which lies below the surface is that of the inseparable union between truth and justice. The end does not justify the means, and only he who breathes and utters truth makes the righteous cause clear.
12:17 Deceit - He who uses himself to lying in his common talk, will use falsehood and deceit in judgment.