Proverbs 12:17-22

¹⁷The one who speaks the truth says what is right, but a false witness tells lies.

¹⁸The words of one who speaks rashly are like the thrusts of a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

¹⁹Truthful lips last forever, but a lying tongue is only for a moment.

²⁰There is deceit in the hearts of those who plan to do evil, but joy comes to the advisors of peace.

²¹No ill comes on the righteous person, but wicked people are filled with difficulties.

²²Yahweh hates lying lips, but those who live faithfully are his delight.