Proverbs 26:28
28 A lying tongue hates those it hurts, and a flattering mouth works ruin.
Other Translations of Proverbs 26:28
King James Version
28 A lying tongue hateth those that are afflicted by it; and a flattering mouth worketh ruin.
English Standard Version
28 A lying tongue hates its victims, and a flattering mouth works ruin.
The Message
28 Liars hate their victims; flatterers sabotage trust.
New King James Version
28 A lying tongue hates those who are crushed by it, And a flattering mouth works ruin.
New Living Translation
28 A lying tongue hates its victims, and flattering words cause ruin.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 26:28
Commentary on Proverbs 26:28
(Read Proverbs 26:28)
There are two sorts of lies equally detestable. A slandering lie, the mischief of this every body sees. A flattering lie, which secretly works ruin. A wise man will be more afraid of a flatterer than of a slanderer.