Proverbs 12:19
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King James Version (modern wording)
The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12:19 (KJV)
American Standard Version
The lip of truth shall be established for ever; But a lying tongue is but for a moment.
Proverbs 12:19 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
Proverbs 12:19 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 12:19 say?
Proverbs 12:19 in modern King James wording reads: "The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment."
Where is Proverbs 12:19 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 12:19 is verse 19 of chapter 12 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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