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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/14.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/14.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, but a false witness is deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/14.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, but a false witness is a traitor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/14.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, but one who breathes out lies is deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/14.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful <i>witness</i> speaketh lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/14.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />A true witness delivers souls, But a deceitful <i>witness</i> speaks lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, But one <i>who</i> declares lies <i>is</i> deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/14.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, But he who utters lies is treacherous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, But he who speaks lies is treacherous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />A truthful witness delivers souls, But he who breathes out lies is deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, But he who speaks lies is treacherous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness rescues lives, but one who utters lies is deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness rescues lives, but one who utters lies is deceitful. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/14.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />A true witness delivereth souls; But he that uttereth lies causeth deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />An honest witness can save your life, but liars can't be trusted. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/14.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />A true witness delivereth souls: but he that uttereth lies causeth deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />An honest witness saves lives, but one who tells lies is dangerous.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/14.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />A witness saves lives when he tells the truth; when he tells lies, he betrays people. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/14.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, but the person who lies is deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/14.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness rescues lives, but the one who breathes lies brings deception. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/14.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves souls, but a false witness is deceitful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />A true witness delivereth souls: but a deceitful witness speaketh lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/14.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves souls, but a false witness is deceitful. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />A true witness is delivering souls, "" And a deceitful one breathes out lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/14.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> A true witness is delivering souls, And a deceitful one breatheth out lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/14.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />A witness of truth delivers souls: and deceit will breathe out lies.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/14.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />A faithful witness delivereth souls: and the double dealer uttereth lies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/14.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />A faithful witness frees souls. And the chameleon utters lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/14.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The truthful witness saves lives, but whoever utters lies is a betrayer. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />A truthful witness saves lives, but one who utters lies is a betrayer.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />A true witness delivers lives; but a deceitful witness speaks falsehood.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/14.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />A true witness delivers souls, and a false witness speaks deceit.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/14.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />A true witness delivereth souls; But he that breatheth forth lies is all deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/14.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A faithful witness shall deliver a soul from evil: but a deceitful <i>man</i> kindles falsehoods.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/14-25.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=2720" 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/14.htm">The Wise Woman</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>The crown of the wise is their wealth, but the effort of fools is folly. <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/571.htm" title="571: ’ĕ·meṯ (N-fs) -- Firmness, faithfulness, truth. Contracted from 'aman; stability; certainty, truth, trustworthiness.">A truthful</a> <a href="/hebrew/5707.htm" title="5707: ‘êḏ (N-msc) -- A witness. Contracted from uwd; concretely, a witness; abstractly, testimony; specifically, a recorder, i.e. Prince.">witness</a> <a href="/hebrew/5337.htm" title="5337: maṣ·ṣîl (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver. ">saves</a> <a href="/hebrew/5315.htm" title="5315: nə·p̄ā·šō·wṯ (N-fp) -- From naphash; properly, a breathing creature, i.e. Animal of vitality; used very widely in a literal, accommodated or figurative sense.">lives,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6315.htm" title="6315: wə·yā·p̄i·aḥ (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConjImperf-3ms) -- To breathe, blow. A primitive root; to puff, i.e. Blow with the breath or air; hence, to fan, to utter, to kindle, to scoff.">but one who utters</a> <a href="/hebrew/3577.htm" title="3577: kə·zā·ḇîm (N-mp) -- A lie, falsehood, deceptive thing. From kazab; falsehood; literally or figuratively.">lies</a> <a href="/hebrew/4820.htm" title="4820: mir·māh (N-fs) -- Deceit, treachery. From ramah in the sense of deceiving; fraud.">is deceitful.</a> </span><span class="reftext">26</span>He who fears the LORD is secure in confidence, and his children shall have a place of refuge.…<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="/john/8-32.htm">John 8:32</a></span><br />Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/20-16.htm">Exodus 20:16</a></span><br />You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-25.htm">Ephesians 4:25</a></span><br />Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/zechariah/8-16.htm">Zechariah 8:16</a></span><br />These are the things you must do: Speak truth to one another, render true and sound judgments in your gates,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-37.htm">Matthew 5:37</a></span><br />Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ Anything more comes from the evil one.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/5-20.htm">1 John 5:20</a></span><br />And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true—in His Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/15-2.htm">Psalm 15:2</a></span><br />He who walks with integrity and practices righteousness, who speaks the truth from his heart,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-9.htm">Colossians 3:9</a></span><br />Do not lie to one another, since you have taken off the old self with its practices,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/3-10.htm">1 Peter 3:10</a></span><br />For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from deceitful speech.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/5-12.htm">James 5:12</a></span><br />Above all, my brothers, do not swear, not by heaven or earth or by any other oath. Simply let your “Yes” be yes, and your “No,” no, so that you will not fall under judgment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/119-29.htm">Psalm 119:29</a></span><br />Remove me from the path of deceit and graciously grant me Your law.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_corinthians/4-2.htm">2 Corinthians 4:2</a></span><br />Instead, we have renounced secret and shameful ways. We do not practice deceit, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by open proclamation of the truth, we commend ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/59-14.htm">Isaiah 59:14-15</a></span><br />So justice is turned away, and righteousness stands at a distance. For truth has stumbled in the public square, and honesty cannot enter. / Truth is missing, and whoever turns from evil becomes prey. The LORD looked and was displeased that there was no justice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/2-7.htm">1 Timothy 2:7</a></span><br />For this reason I was appointed as a preacher, an apostle, and a faithful and true teacher of the Gentiles. I am telling the truth; I am not lying about anything.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/9-3.htm">Jeremiah 9:3-5</a></span><br />“They bend their tongues like bows; lies prevail over truth in the land. For they proceed from evil to evil, and they do not take Me into account,” declares the LORD. / “Let everyone guard against his neighbor; do not trust any brother, for every brother deals craftily, and every friend spreads slander. / Each one betrays his friend; no one tells the truth. They have taught their tongues to lie; they wear themselves out committing iniquity.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">A true witness delivers souls: but a deceitful witness speaks lies.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5</a></b></br> A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/20-21.htm">Acts 20:21,26,27</a></b></br> Testifying both to the Jews, and also to the Greeks, repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/acts/26-16.htm">Acts 26:16-20</a></b></br> But rise, and stand upon thy feet: for I have appeared unto thee for this purpose, to make thee a minister and a witness both of these things which thou hast seen, and of those things in the which I will appear unto thee; … </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/6-16.htm">Betrayer</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Breatheth</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-17.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-22.htm">Causeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-8.htm">Deceit</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-5.htm">Deceitful</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-6.htm">Delivereth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-5.htm">Lies</a> <a href="/psalms/145-19.htm">Saves</a> <a href="/psalms/144-2.htm">Saviour</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-30.htm">Souls</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-18.htm">Speaketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-15.htm">Treacherous</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">True.</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Truthful</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Uttereth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Utters</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Witness</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/matthew/26-46.htm">Betrayer</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-5.htm">Breatheth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-34.htm">Cause</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-35.htm">Causeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-4.htm">Deceit</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-4.htm">Deceitful</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-22.htm">Delivereth</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-28.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-5.htm">Lies</a> <a href="/daniel/6-27.htm">Saves</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-22.htm">Saviour</a> <a href="/isaiah/15-4.htm">Souls</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-13.htm">Speaketh</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-18.htm">Treacherous</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-11.htm">True.</a> <a href="/jeremiah/4-2.htm">Truthful</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-2.htm">Uttereth</a> <a href="/proverbs/18-23.htm">Utters</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-5.htm">Witness</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 14</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/14-1.htm">A wise woman builds her house</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/14.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/14.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>A truthful witness saves lives</b><br>In biblical times, a witness held a crucial role in legal and communal settings. The integrity of a witness could determine the outcome of a trial, affecting justice and the lives of those involved. The Hebrew word for "truthful" implies reliability and faithfulness, qualities essential for maintaining justice. This phrase underscores the power of truth in preserving life, both physically and spiritually. In a broader sense, it reflects the biblical principle that truth leads to salvation, as seen in <a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a>, where Jesus declares Himself the way, the truth, and the life. The concept of a "truthful witness" can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is the ultimate witness to God's truth and whose testimony brings eternal life to believers.<p><b>but one who utters lies is deceitful</b><br>The act of lying is consistently condemned throughout Scripture, as it aligns with the nature of Satan, the father of lies (<a href="/john/8-44.htm">John 8:44</a>). In the cultural context of ancient Israel, lying could lead to false accusations, unjust punishment, and societal discord. The Hebrew term for "deceitful" suggests treachery and betrayal, highlighting the destructive nature of falsehood. This phrase warns of the moral and spiritual decay that results from deceit, contrasting sharply with the life-giving power of truth. The Bible frequently contrasts the outcomes of truth and lies, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/12-19.htm">Proverbs 12:19</a>, which states that truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment. This dichotomy emphasizes the eternal significance of truthfulness in the life of a believer.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/truthful_witness.htm">Truthful Witness</a></b><br>In the context of Proverbs, a truthful witness is someone who speaks honestly and upholds integrity, often in a legal or communal setting. This person is characterized by their commitment to truth, which has the power to save and protect others.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/d/deceitful_person.htm">Deceitful Person</a></b><br>This refers to someone who deliberately spreads falsehoods. In the biblical context, deceit is often associated with moral corruption and is seen as destructive to both individuals and communities.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the king of Israel known for his wisdom. His proverbs often reflect insights into human behavior and the moral order established by God.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical backdrop of Proverbs, where community life was deeply intertwined with religious and moral laws.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/j/judicial_context.htm">Judicial Context</a></b><br>The setting in which a truthful witness would be most relevant, as legal systems in ancient times relied heavily on the testimony of witnesses to establish justice.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_truth.htm">The Power of Truth</a></b><br>Truth has the power to save lives, both physically and spiritually. In a world filled with deception, being a truthful witness can lead others to safety and salvation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_destructiveness_of_lies.htm">The Destructiveness of Lies</a></b><br>Lies can lead to destruction and harm. As Christians, we are called to reject deceit and embrace truth, reflecting God's character in our lives.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/integrity_in_witnessing.htm">Integrity in Witnessing</a></b><br>Our testimony, whether in legal matters or in sharing the Gospel, should be marked by integrity. A truthful witness not only upholds justice but also honors God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_impact.htm">Community Impact</a></b><br>Truthfulness strengthens communities. When individuals commit to honesty, trust is built, and relationships are fortified.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_implications.htm">Spiritual Implications</a></b><br>Being a truthful witness is not just about words but about living a life that reflects the truth of the Gospel. Our actions should align with our testimony.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_14.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 14</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_false_witness.htm">What defines a false witness?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_bible's_stance_on_honesty.htm">What is the Bible's stance on honesty?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_hate_if_'god_is_love'.htm">Why does Proverbs 6:16-19 say God hates certain behaviors if 'God is love' elsewhere (e.g., 1 John 4:8)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_you_manage_god's_resources.htm">Why is dishonesty condemned in the Bible?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/14.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">A true witness delivereth souls</span> (ver. 5; <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Proverbs 12:17</a>). A true witness saves persons who are in danger owing to false accusation or calumny; saves lives; "saves from evils," says the Septuagint. <span class="cmt_word">But a deceitful witness speaketh lies,</span> and therewith endangers lives. Literally, <span class="accented">He who breatheth out lies is deceit</span>; he is a personification of fraud, dominated and informed by it; it has become his very nature. "Falsehood is the devil's daughter, and speaks her father's tongue." Septuagint, "But a deceitful witness kindles (<span class="greek">ἐκκαίει</span>) lies." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/14-25.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 truthful</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱמֶ֑ת</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·meṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_571.htm">Strong's 571: </a> </span><span class="str2">Stability, certainty, truth, trustworthiness</span><br /><br /><span class="word">witness</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵ֣ד</span> <span class="translit">(‘êḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5707.htm">Strong's 5707: </a> </span><span class="str2">A witness, testimony, a recorder, prince</span><br /><br /><span class="word">saves</span><br /><span class="heb">מַצִּ֣יל</span> <span class="translit">(maṣ·ṣîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5337.htm">Strong's 5337: </a> </span><span class="str2">To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver</span><br /><br /><span class="word">lives,</span><br /><span class="heb">נְ֭פָשׁוֹת</span> <span class="translit">(nə·p̄ā·šō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5315.htm">Strong's 5315: </a> </span><span class="str2">A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion </span><br /><br /><span class="word">but one who utters</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיָפִ֖חַ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yā·p̄i·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6315.htm">Strong's 6315: </a> </span><span class="str2">To puff, blow with the breath, air, to fan, to utter, to kindle, to scoff</span><br /><br /><span class="word">lies</span><br /><span class="heb">כְּזָבִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(kə·zā·ḇîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3577.htm">Strong's 3577: </a> </span><span class="str2">A lie, falsehood, deceptive thing</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is deceitful.</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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/14-25.htm">Proverbs 14:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 14:25 A truthful witness saves souls (Prov. 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