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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/26.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/26.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Enemies disguise themselves with their lips, but in their hearts they harbor deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/26.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />People may cover their hatred with pleasant words, but they’re deceiving you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/26.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Whoever hates disguises himself with his lips and harbors deceit in his heart;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/26.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hateful man disguises himself with his speech, but he lays up deceit in his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/26.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/26.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />He who hates, disguises <i>it</i> with his lips, And lays up deceit within himself;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/26.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />One who hates disguises <i>it</i> with his lips, But he harbors deceit in his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/26.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />He who hates disguises it with his lips, But he lays up deceit in his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/26.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />He who hates disguises <i>it</i> with his lips, But he lays up deceit in his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/26.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />He who hates disguises <i>it</i> with his lips, But he sets up deceit within himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/26.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />He who hates, disguises it with his lips, But he stores up deceit in his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/26.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hateful person disguises himself with his speech and harbors deceit within.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/26.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hateful person disguises himself with his speech and harbors deceit within. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/26.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />He that hateth dissembleth with his lips; But he layeth up deceit within him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/26.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The pleasant talk of an enemy hides more evil plans <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/26.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, but he layeth up deceit within him:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/26.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Whoever is filled with hate disguises it with his speech, but inside he holds on to deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/26.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />A hypocrite hides hate behind flattering words. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/26.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Someone who hates hides behind his words, harboring deceit within himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/26.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A hateful man disguises himself with his speech, but he lays up deceit in his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/26.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />The one who hates others disguises it with his lips, but he stores up deceit within him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/26.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />A malicious man disguises himself with his lips, but he harbors evil in his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/26.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/26.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />A malicious man disguises himself with his lips, but he harbors evil in his heart. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/26.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />A hater pretends by his lips, "" And he places deceit in his heart,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/26.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> By his lips doth a hater dissemble, And in his heart he placeth deceit,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/26.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />He hating will be known by his lips, and he will set deceit in his midst;<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/26.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />An enemy is known by his lips, when in his heart he entertaineth deceit. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/26.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />An enemy is known by his lips, though it is from his heart that he draws out deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/26.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />With their lips enemies pretend, but inwardly they maintain deceit; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/26.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />An enemy dissembles in speaking while harboring deceit within;<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/26.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />He who hates is known by his own speech; in his heart he entertains deceit;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/26.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />By his lips a hateful man is known, and he plots an ambush within him.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/26.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, But he layeth up deceit within him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/26.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A weeping enemy promises all things with his lips, but in his heart he contrives deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/26-24.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=5441" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/26.htm">Similitudes and Instructions</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">23</span>Like glaze covering an earthen vessel are burning lips and a wicked heart. <span class="reftext">24</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8130.htm" title="8130: śō·w·nê (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To hate. A primitive root; to hate.">A hateful man</a> <a href="/hebrew/5234.htm" title="5234: yin·nā·ḵêr (V-Nifal-Imperf-3ms) -- To regard, recognize. ">disguises himself</a> <a href="/hebrew/8193.htm" title="8193: biś·p̄å̄·ṯō (Prep-b:: N-fdc:: 3ms) -- Or sepheth; probably from caphah or shaphah through the idea of termination; the lip; by implication, language; by analogy, a margin.">with his speech,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7896.htm" title="7896: yā·šîṯ (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To put, set. A primitive root; to place.">but he lays up</a> <a href="/hebrew/4820.htm" title="4820: mir·māh (N-fs) -- Deceit, treachery. From ramah in the sense of deceiving; fraud.">deceit</a> <a href="/hebrew/7130.htm" title="7130: ū·ḇə·qir·bōw (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-msc:: 3ms) -- Inward part, midst. From qarab; properly, the nearest part, i.e. The center, whether literal, figurative or adverbial.">in his heart.</a> </span><span class="reftext">25</span>When he speaks graciously, do not believe him, for seven abominations fill his heart.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/55-21.htm">Psalm 55:21</a></span><br />His speech is smooth as butter, but war is in his heart. His words are softer than oil, yet they are swords unsheathed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/9-8.htm">Jeremiah 9:8</a></span><br />Their tongues are deadly arrows; they speak deception. With his mouth a man speaks peace to his neighbor, but in his heart he sets a trap for him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/23-27.htm">Matthew 23:27-28</a></span><br />Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which look beautiful on the outside but on the inside are full of dead men’s bones and every kind of impurity. / In the same way, on the outside you appear to be righteous, but on the inside you are full of hypocrisy and wickedness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/28-3.htm">Psalm 28:3</a></span><br />Do not drag me away with the wicked, and with the workers of iniquity, who speak peace to their neighbors while malice is in their hearts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/16-18.htm">Romans 16:18</a></span><br />For such people are not serving our Lord Christ, but their own appetites. By smooth talk and flattery they deceive the hearts of the naive.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/12-2.htm">Psalm 12:2</a></span><br />They lie to one another; they speak with flattering lips and a double heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/7-15.htm">Matthew 7:15</a></span><br />Beware of false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/3-14.htm">James 3:14</a></span><br />But if you harbor bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast in it or deny the truth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/62-4.htm">Psalm 62:4</a></span><br />They fully intend to cast him down from his lofty perch; they delight in lies; with their mouths they bless, but inwardly they curse. Selah<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/11-13.htm">2 Corinthians 11:13-15</a></span><br />For such men are false apostles, deceitful workers, masquerading as apostles of Christ. / And no wonder, for Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light. / It is not surprising, then, if his servants masquerade as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their actions.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/41-6.htm">Psalm 41:6</a></span><br />My visitor speaks falsehood; he gathers slander in his heart; he goes out and spreads it abroad.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-18.htm">1 John 3:18</a></span><br />Little children, let us love not in word and speech, but in action and truth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/5-9.htm">Psalm 5:9</a></span><br />For not a word they speak can be trusted; destruction lies within them. Their throats are open graves; their tongues practice deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_peter/2-1.htm">2 Peter 2:1-3</a></span><br />Now there were also false prophets among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will secretly introduce destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them—bringing swift destruction on themselves. / Many will follow in their depravity, and because of them the way of truth will be defamed. / In their greed, these false teachers will exploit you with deceptive words. The longstanding verdict against them remains in force, and their destruction does not sleep.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/10-7.htm">Psalm 10:7</a></span><br />His mouth is full of cursing, deceit, and violence; trouble and malice are under his tongue.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">He that hates dissembles with his lips, and lays up deceit within him;</p><p class="hdg">dissembleth or is known </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/26-19.htm">Deceit</a> <a href="/job/24-15.htm">Disguises</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-23.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-24.htm">Harbors</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-16.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-27.htm">Hates</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-27.htm">Hateth</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-23.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/psalms/147-13.htm">Inside</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-23.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-20.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-4.htm">Malicious</a> <a href="/psalms/107-41.htm">Placeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-5.htm">Seem</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-22.htm">Stored</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-7.htm">Within</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/26-26.htm">Deceit</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/11-14.htm">Disguises</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-12.htm">Evil</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-24.htm">Harbors</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-6.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-28.htm">Hates</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-28.htm">Hateth</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-25.htm">Heart</a> <a href="/songs/3-10.htm">Inside</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-2.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/proverbs/26-27.htm">Makes</a> <a href="/isaiah/58-9.htm">Malicious</a> <a href="/ezekiel/26-9.htm">Placeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-12.htm">Seem</a> <a href="/songs/7-13.htm">Stored</a> <a href="/proverbs/29-11.htm">Within</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 26</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/26-1.htm">observations about fools</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/26-13.htm">about sluggards</a></span><br><span class="reftext">17. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/26-17.htm">and about contentious busybodies</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/26.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/26.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>A hateful man disguises himself with his speech</b><br>This phrase highlights the duplicity often found in human interactions. In biblical context, the concept of deceitful speech is frequently addressed, as seen in Psalms 55:21, where words are described as smoother than butter but harboring war. The cultural backdrop of ancient Israel placed a high value on integrity and truthfulness, as deceit was seen as a direct violation of the commandments (<a href="/exodus/20-16.htm">Exodus 20:16</a>). The Hebrew word for "disguises" implies a deliberate act of concealing true intentions, reminiscent of the serpent's deception in <a href="/genesis/3.htm">Genesis 3</a>. This phrase warns against the superficial charm that can mask malicious intent, a theme echoed in the New Testament, where Jesus warns of false prophets who come in sheep's clothing (<a href="/matthew/7-15.htm">Matthew 7:15</a>).<p><b>but he lays up deceit in his heart</b><br>The heart, in biblical terms, is the center of one's being, encompassing mind, will, and emotions. This phrase suggests a premeditated and deeply ingrained deceit, not just a momentary lapse. The imagery of "laying up" implies storing or treasuring, indicating that deceit is not accidental but a cherished strategy. <a href="/jeremiah/17-9.htm">Jeremiah 17:9</a> describes the heart as deceitful above all things, underscoring the need for divine intervention to purify it. In a broader theological context, this deceit contrasts with the purity and truth embodied by Jesus Christ, who is described as the way, the truth, and the life (<a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a>). The phrase serves as a caution against internalizing deceit, which ultimately leads to spiritual and relational destruction.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally regarded as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. Proverbs is a collection of his wise sayings.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_hateful_man.htm">The Hateful Man</a></b><br>This is a general reference to any person who harbors malice or ill will towards others. In this context, it refers to someone who hides their true intentions with deceitful words.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_heart.htm">The Heart</a></b><br>In Hebrew thought, the heart is the center of one's inner life, including emotions, thoughts, and intentions. It is where deceit is stored in this proverb.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_deceptive_speech.htm">The Danger of Deceptive Speech</a></b><br>Deceptive speech is a tool used by those with malicious intent. As Christians, we must be vigilant and discerning, recognizing that not all who speak kindly have pure motives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/guarding_the_heart.htm">Guarding the Heart</a></b><br>Since deceit is stored in the heart, it is crucial to guard our hearts against harboring ill will or malice. Regular self-examination and prayer can help maintain a pure heart.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_integrity.htm">The Importance of Integrity</a></b><br>Integrity in speech and action is vital for a Christian witness. Our words should reflect the truth and love of Christ, avoiding any form of deceit.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/discernment_in_relationships.htm">Discernment in Relationships</a></b><br>In our interactions, we should seek God's wisdom to discern the true intentions of others, especially when their words seem inconsistent with their actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_the_holy_spirit.htm">The Role of the Holy Spirit</a></b><br>The Holy Spirit aids believers in discerning truth from deceit and empowers us to speak with sincerity and love.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_26.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 26</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_cef.htm">What does the Bible say about passive-aggressiveness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_kingdom_of_god_like.htm">How should we respond to betrayal and deceit?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_passive-aggressiveness.htm">What does the Bible say about passive-aggressiveness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_bible's_view_on_flattery.htm">What is the Bible's view on flattery?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/26.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 24.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">He that hateth dissembleth with his lips.</span> This and the next verse form a tetrastich. St. Jerome, <span class="accented">Labiis suis intelligitur inimicus</span>. But the verb here used, <span class="hebrew">נכר</span>, bears the meaning "to make one's self unknown," as well as "to make one's self known," and hence "to make one's self unrecognizable" by dress or change of countenance (<a href="/1_kings/14-5.htm">1 Kings 14:5</a>). This is much more appropriate in the present connection than the other explanation. The man cloaks his hatred with honeyed words. <span class="cmt_word">And layeth</span> <span class="cmt_word">up deceit within him;</span> meditating all the time treachery in his heart (<a href="/jeremiah/9-8.htm">Jeremiah 9:8</a>). Septuagint, "An enemy weeping promises all things with his lips, but in his heart he contriveth deceits." The tears in this case are hypocritical signs of sorrow, intended to deceive the dupe. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/26-24.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">A hateful man</span><br /><span class="heb">שׂוֹנֵ֑א</span> <span class="translit">(śō·w·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8130.htm">Strong's 8130: </a> </span><span class="str2">To hate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">disguises himself</span><br /><span class="heb">יִנָּכֵ֣ר</span> <span class="translit">(yin·nā·ḵêr)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5234.htm">Strong's 5234: </a> </span><span class="str2">To regard, recognize</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with his speech,</span><br /><span class="heb">בִּ֭שְׂפָתָיו</span> <span class="translit">(biś·p̄ā·ṯāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - fdc | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8193.htm">Strong's 8193: </a> </span><span class="str2">The lip, language, a margin</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but he lays up</span><br /><span class="heb">יָשִׁ֥ית</span> <span class="translit">(yā·šîṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7896.htm">Strong's 7896: </a> </span><span class="str2">To put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">deceit</span><br /><span class="heb">מִרְמָֽה׃</span> <span class="translit">(mir·māh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4820.htm">Strong's 4820: </a> </span><span class="str2">Deceit, treachery</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in his heart.</span><br /><span class="heb">וּ֝בְקִרְבּ֗וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ū·ḇə·qir·bōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw, Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7130.htm">Strong's 7130: </a> </span><span class="str2">The nearest part, the center</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/26-24.htm">Proverbs 26:24 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/26-24.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 26:24 A malicious man disguises himself with his (Prov. 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