Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies. New Living Translation An honest witness does not lie; a false witness breathes lies. English Standard Version A faithful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies. Berean Standard Bible An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies. King James Bible A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies. New King James Version A faithful witness does not lie, But a false witness will utter lies. New American Standard Bible A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness declares lies. NASB 1995 A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness utters lies. NASB 1977 A faithful witness will not lie, But a false witness speaks lies. Legacy Standard Bible A faithful witness will not lie, But a false witness breathes out lies. Amplified Bible A faithful and trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness speaks lies. Christian Standard Bible An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness utters lies. Holman Christian Standard Bible An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness utters lies. American Standard Version A faithful witness will not lie; But a false witness uttereth lies. Contemporary English Version An honest witness tells the truth; a dishonest witness tells nothing but lies. English Revised Version A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness uttereth lies. GOD'S WORD® Translation A trustworthy witness does not lie, but a dishonest witness breathes lies. Good News Translation A reliable witness always tells the truth, but an unreliable one tells nothing but lies. International Standard Version A trustworthy witness does not deceive, but a false witness spews lies. Majority Standard Bible An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies. NET Bible A truthful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies. New Heart English Bible A truthful witness will not lie, but a false witness pours out lies. Webster's Bible Translation A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies. World English Bible A truthful witness will not lie, but a false witness pours out lies. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionA faithful witness does not lie, "" And a false witness breathes out lies. Young's Literal Translation A faithful witness lieth not, And a false witness breatheth out lies. Smith's Literal Translation A witness of faithfulnesses will not lie: and a witness of falsehood will breathe out lies. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleA faithful witness will not lie: but a deceitful witness uttereth a lie. Catholic Public Domain Version A faithful witness will not lie. But a deceitful witness offers a lie. New American Bible A trustworthy witness does not lie, but one who spouts lies makes a lying witness. New Revised Standard Version A faithful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleA faithful witness will not deceive; but a false witness will utter lies. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated A trustworthy witness is not false and he that speaks falsehood is a false witness. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917A faithful witness will not lie; But a false witness breatheth forth lies. Brenton Septuagint Translation A faithful witness does not lie; but an unjust witness kindles falsehoods. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Wise Woman…4Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but an abundant harvest comes through the strength of the ox. 5An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies. 6A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.… Cross References Exodus 20:16 You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. Deuteronomy 19:15-21 A lone witness is not sufficient to establish any wrongdoing or sin against a man, regardless of what offense he may have committed. A matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses. / If a false witness testifies against someone, accusing him of a crime, / both parties to the dispute must stand in the presence of the LORD, before the priests and judges who are in office at that time. ... Psalm 27:12 Do not hand me over to the will of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, breathing out violence. Psalm 35:11 Hostile witnesses come forward; they make charges I know nothing about. Psalm 101:7 No one who practices deceit shall dwell in my house; no one who tells lies shall stand in my presence. Proverbs 6:16-19 There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ... Proverbs 12:17 He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit. Proverbs 19:5 A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who utters lies will not escape. Proverbs 19:9 A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who pours out lies will perish. Proverbs 21:28 A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever. Isaiah 59:4 No one calls for justice; no one pleads his case honestly. They rely on empty pleas; they tell lies; they conceive mischief and give birth to iniquity. Jeremiah 9:3-5 “They bend their tongues like bows; lies prevail over truth in the land. For they proceed from evil to evil, and they do not take Me into account,” declares the LORD. / “Let everyone guard against his neighbor; do not trust any brother, for every brother deals craftily, and every friend spreads slander. / Each one betrays his friend; no one tells the truth. They have taught their tongues to lie; they wear themselves out committing iniquity. Zechariah 8:16-17 These are the things you must do: Speak truth to one another, render true and sound judgments in your gates, / do not plot evil in your hearts against your neighbor, and do not love to swear falsely, for I hate all these things,” declares the LORD. Matthew 5:11 Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Matthew 26:59-60 Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking false testimony against Jesus in order to put Him to death. / But they did not find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally two came forward Treasury of Scripture A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies. Proverbs 4:25 Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee. Proverbs 6:19 A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren. Proverbs 12:17 He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit. Jump to Previous Breathes Breatheth Breathing Deceit Deceive Faithful Forth Lie Pours True. Trustworthy Truthful Utter Uttereth Utters WitnessJump to Next Breathes Breatheth Breathing Deceit Deceive Faithful Forth Lie Pours True. Trustworthy Truthful Utter Uttereth Utters WitnessProverbs 14 1. A wise woman builds her houseAn honest witness does not deceive An honest witness is one who speaks truthfully and reliably, reflecting the biblical principle of integrity. In ancient Israel, the role of a witness was crucial in legal proceedings, as seen in Deuteronomy 19:15, which emphasizes the need for multiple witnesses to establish a matter. The Ninth Commandment, "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor" (Exodus 20:16), underscores the importance of truthfulness. This phrase aligns with the character of God, who is described as a God of truth (Psalm 31:5). Jesus Christ, referred to as the "faithful and true witness" in Revelation 3:14, embodies this principle, serving as the ultimate example of honesty and integrity. but a dishonest witness pours forth lies Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs often provide practical guidance for living a life that honors God. 2. Israel The nation to whom the Proverbs were originally addressed. The cultural and legal context of Israel placed a high value on truthful testimony, especially in legal matters. 3. Witness In the context of ancient Israel, a witness was someone who testified in legal or communal matters. The integrity of a witness was crucial for justice and societal harmony. Teaching Points The Value of TruthfulnessTruthfulness is foundational to justice and trust within a community. As believers, we are called to reflect God's truth in our words and actions. The Consequences of Dishonesty Dishonesty not only harms others but also damages our relationship with God. A dishonest witness disrupts justice and can lead to widespread harm. Integrity in All Circumstances Whether in legal matters, personal relationships, or everyday interactions, maintaining integrity is crucial. Our witness as Christians is strengthened by our commitment to truth. Reflecting God's Character God is a God of truth, and as His image-bearers, we are called to reflect His character. Our honesty is a testimony to His nature and work in our lives.Verse 5. - A repetition of Proverbs 12:17 (see also Proverbs 6:19). A faithful witness cannot be induced to swerve from the truth by threat or bribe. Will utter; Hebrew, breatheth forth. A false witness with no compulsion, as it were naturally, puts forth lies (comp. ver. 25; Proverbs 19:5). Septuagint, " An unrighteous witness kindleth (ἐκκαίει) falsehood." Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew An honestאֱ֭מוּנִים (’ĕ·mū·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 529: Established, trusty, trustworthiness witness עֵ֣ד (‘êḏ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5707: A witness, testimony, a recorder, prince does not לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no deceive, יְכַזֵּ֑ב (yə·ḵaz·zêḇ) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3576: To lie, be a liar but a dishonest שָֽׁקֶר׃ (šā·qer) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8267: Deception, disappointment, falsehood witness עֵ֣ד (‘êḏ) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 5707: A witness, testimony, a recorder, prince pours forth וְיָפִ֥יחַ (wə·yā·p̄î·aḥ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 6315: To puff, blow with the breath, air, to fan, to utter, to kindle, to scoff lies. כְּ֝זָבִ֗ים (kə·zā·ḇîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 3577: A lie, falsehood, deceptive thing Links Proverbs 14:5 NIVProverbs 14:5 NLT Proverbs 14:5 ESV Proverbs 14:5 NASB Proverbs 14:5 KJV Proverbs 14:5 BibleApps.com Proverbs 14:5 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 14:5 Chinese Bible Proverbs 14:5 French Bible Proverbs 14:5 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 14:5 A truthful witness will not lie (Prov. 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