Proverbs 24:26

Old Testament · SCRIPTURE

Proverbs 24:26

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BSB

Berean Standard Bible

An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips.

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KJV

King James Version

[Every man] shall kiss [his] lips that giveth a right answer.

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WEB

World English Bible

An honest answer is like a kiss on the lips.

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ASV

American Standard Version

He kisseth the lips Who giveth a right answer.

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BLB

Berean Literal Bible

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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB

Proverbs 24

²⁴ Whoever tells the guilty, “You are innocent”—peoples will curse him, and nations will denounce him;

²⁵ but it will go well with those who convict the guilty, and rich blessing will come upon them.

²⁶ An honest answer given is like a kiss on the lips.

²⁷ Complete your outdoor work and prepare your field; after that, you may build your house.

²⁸ Do not testify against your neighbor without cause, and do not deceive with your lips.

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