Proverbs 17:7
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King James Version (modern wording)
Excellent speech becomes not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince.
Proverbs 17:7 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Excellent speech becometh not a fool; Much less do lying lips a prince.
Proverbs 17:7 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Eloquent words are unfit for a fool; how much worse are lying lips to a ruler!
Proverbs 17:7 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 17:7 say?
Proverbs 17:7 in modern King James wording reads: "Excellent speech becomes not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince."
Where is Proverbs 17:7 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 17:7 is verse 7 of chapter 17 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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