Proverbs 14:25
“A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.”
Proverbs 14:25 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- A faithful witness delivereth souls: and the double dealer uttereth lies.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- A true witness delivereth souls; But he that uttereth lies causeth deceit.
- DARBYDarby
- A true witness delivereth souls; but deceit uttereth lies.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- A truthful witness saves souls, but a false witness is deceitful.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- A true witness is delivering souls, And a deceitful one breatheth out lies.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- A true witness saves lives, but a deceitful witness speaks lies.
Context: Proverbs 14
23In all labour there is profit: but the talk of the lips tendeth only to penury.
24The crown of the wise is their riches: but the foolishness of fools is folly.
25A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.
26In the fear of the LORD is strong confidence: and his children shall have a place of refuge.
27The fear of the LORD is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
About Proverbs 14: Wisdom and Folly
Proverbs 14 explores the outcomes of choosing the path of wisdom over the path of folly, emphasizing the impact of one's choices.
Commentary
Proverbs 14 invites us to reflect on our choices and their impact on our lives. It reminds us that wisdom is not only a matter of intelligence, but of character and discernment. It cautions us against the allure of quick and easy gains, and counsels us to strive for integrity and excellence. The chapter also encourages us to seek good company and to let go of bad influences. Ultimately, it challenges us to embrace the way of wisdom and reject the way of folly, in order to live a life that is fulfilling, meaningful, and pleasing to God.