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Proverbs 12:13-21 English Standard Version (ESV)

13. An evil man is ensnared by the transgression of his lips, but the righteous escapes from trouble.

14. From the fruit of his mouth a man is satisfied with good, and the work of a man’s hand comes back to him.

15. The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,but a wise man listens to advice.

16. The vexation of a fool is known at once,but the prudent ignores an insult.

17. Whoever speaks the truth gives honest evidence,but a false witness utters deceit.

18. There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts,but the tongue of the wise brings healing.

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

20. Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil,but those who plan peace have joy.

21. No ill befalls the righteous,but the wicked are filled with trouble.