Proverbs 12:22

Lying lippes are abomination to the Lord: but they that deale truely, are his delight.
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan

Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, But those who deal faithfully are His delight.
- New American Standard Version (1995)

Lying lips are an abomination to Jehovah; But they that deal truly are his delight.
- American Standard Version (1901)

False lips are hated by the Lord, but those whose acts are true are his delight.
- Basic English Bible

Lying lips are an abomination to Jehovah; but they that deal truly are his delight.
- Darby Bible

Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.
- Webster's Bible

Lying lips are an abomination to Yahweh, but those who do the truth are his delight.
- World English Bible

An abomination to Jehovah [are] lying lips, And stedfast doers [are] his delight.
- Youngs Literal Bible

Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD; but they that deal truly are His delight.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible

Wesley's Notes for Proverbs 12:22

12:20 Deceit - They whose hearts devise mischief shall be deceived in their hopes, and bring trouble upon themselves: but they who by good counsels labour to promote peace, shall reap the comfort of it themselves.

12:23 Concealeth - He does not unseasonably utter what he knows. Foolishness - Betrays his ignorance and folly.