Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 26:25
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Berean Standard Bible
When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart.
King James Version
When he speaketh fair, believe him not: for [there are] seven abominations in his heart.
World English Bible
When his speech is charming, don’t believe him, for there are seven abominations in his heart.
American Standard Version
When he speaketh fair, believe him not; For there are seven abominations in his heart:
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 26
23 Like glaze covering an earthen vessel are burning lips and a wicked heart.
24 A hateful man disguises himself with his speech, but he lays up deceit in his heart.
25 When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart.
26 Though his hatred is concealed by deception, his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.
27 He who digs a pit will fall into it, and he who rolls a stone will have it roll back on him.
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