Proverbs 12:17-19

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

¹⁷Whoever speaks the truth gives honest evidence,
    but a false witness speaks deceitfully.
¹⁸Rash words are like sword thrusts,
    but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
¹⁹Truthful lips endure forever,
    but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.

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