Proverbs 21:28

A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 21:28

BSB
A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever.
AKJV
A false witness shall perish: but the man that hears speaks constantly.
CPDV
A lying witness will perish. An obedient man shall speak of victory.
ERV
A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth shall speak unchallenged.
NHEB
A false witness will perish, and a man who listens speaks to eternity.
SMT
A witness of lies shall perish: and a man hearing, shall speak clearly.

Commentary for Proverbs 21:28

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 21:28
Summary
False accusers will be destroyed, honest listeners endure
Event
Contrasting fates of liars and truth-tellers
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom