Proverbs 13:5

A righteous man hateth lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and cometh to shame.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 13:5

BSB
The righteous hate falsehood, but the wicked bring shame and disgrace.
AKJV
A righteous man hates lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and comes to shame.
CPDV
The just shall detest a lying word. But the impious confound and will be confounded.
ERV
A righteous man hateth lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and cometh to shame.
NHEB
A righteous man hates lies, but a wicked man brings shame and disgrace.
SMT
The just one will hate the word of falsehood: and the unjust one will be loathsome and be put to shame.

Commentary for Proverbs 13:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 13:5
Summary
Righteousness rejects falsehood; wickedness brings degradation.
Event
Moral stance affects reputation
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom