Quotes about Truth
He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.
- Proverbs 12:17
Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
- Proverbs 12:19
Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight.
- Proverbs 12:22
The righteous hate falsehood, but the wicked bring shame and disgrace.
- Proverbs 13:5
An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies.
- Proverbs 14:5
There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death.
- Proverbs 14:12
The simple man believes every word, but the prudent man watches his steps.
- Proverbs 14:15
A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is deceitful.
- Proverbs 14:25
The lips of the wise spread knowledge, but not so the hearts of fools.
- Proverbs 15:7
Righteous lips are a king’s delight, and he who speaks honestly is beloved.
- Proverbs 16:13
Eloquent words are unfit for a fool; how much worse are lying lips to a ruler!
- Proverbs 17:7
Acquitting the guilty and condemning the righteous—both are detestable to the LORD.
- Proverbs 17:15