Proverbs 19:28

An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 19:28

BSB
A corrupt witness mocks justice, and a wicked mouth swallows iniquity.
AKJV
An ungodly witness scorns judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devours iniquity.
CPDV
An unjust witness ridicules judgment. And the mouth of the impious devours iniquity.
ERV
A worthless witness mocketh at judgment: and the mouth of the wicked swalloweth iniquity.
NHEB
A corrupt witness mocks justice, and the mouth of the wicked gulps down iniquity.
SMT
A witness of Belial shall mock judgment: and the mouth of the unjust will swallow down iniquity.

Commentary for Proverbs 19:28

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 19:28
Summary
Corrupt testimony perverts justice and morality
Event
Describing ungodly witness behavior
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom