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wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/8.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness <i>is</i> an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/8.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />For my mouth will speak truth; Wickedness <i>is</i> an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />“For my mouth will proclaim truth; And wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/8.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />&#8220For my mouth will utter truth; And wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />“For my mouth will utter truth; And wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />For my mouth will utter truth; And wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />“For my mouth will utter truth, And wickedness is repulsive <i>and</i> loathsome to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth tells the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth tells the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/8.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />For my mouth shall utter truth; And wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />I always speak the truth and refuse to tell a lie. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/8.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />For my mouth shall utter truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />My mouth expresses the truth, and wickedness is disgusting to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/8.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />What I say is the truth; lies are hateful to me. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/8.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />For my mouth speaks the truth— wickedness is detestable to me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth will speak the truth, and wickedness is detestable to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/8.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth speaks truth, and my lips hate wickedness. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth speaks truth. Wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/8.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth speaks truth. Wickedness is an abomination to my lips. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />For my mouth utters truth, "" And wickedness [is] an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> For truth doth my mouth utter, And an abomination to my lips is wickedness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />For my palate shall meditate the truth, and evil is the abomination of my lips.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />My mouth shall meditate truth, and my lips shall hate wickedness. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />My throat shall practice truth, and my lips shall detest the impious.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/8.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Indeed, my mouth utters truth, and my lips abhor wickedness. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />for my mouth will utter truth; wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />For my mouth shall speak truth, and lying lips are an abomination before me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/8.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />For my mouth ruminates truth and lying lips are unclean before me.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/8.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />For my mouth shall utter truth, And wickedness is an abomination to my lips.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/8.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />For my throat shall meditate truth; and false lips are an abomination before me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/8-7.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=1335" 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/8.htm">The Excellence of Wisdom</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">6</span>Listen, for I speak of noble things, and the opening of my lips will reveal right. <span class="reftext">7</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">For</a> <a href="/hebrew/2441.htm" title="2441: ḥik·kî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Probably from chanak in the sense of tasting; properly, the palate or inside of the mouth; hence, the mouth itself.">my mouth</a> <a href="/hebrew/1897.htm" title="1897: yeh·geh (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To moan, growl, utter, speak, muse. A primitive root; to murmur; by implication, to ponder.">will speak</a> <a href="/hebrew/571.htm" title="571: ’ĕ·meṯ (N-fs) -- Firmness, faithfulness, truth. Contracted from 'aman; stability; certainty, truth, trustworthiness.">the truth,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7562.htm" title="7562: re·ša‘ (N-ms) -- Wickedness. From rasha'; a wrong.">and wickedness</a> <a href="/hebrew/8441.htm" title="8441: wə·ṯō·w·‘ă·ḇaṯ (Conj-w:: N-fsc) -- Or tonebah; feminine active participle of ta'ab; properly, something disgusting, i.e. an abhorrence; especially idolatry or an idol.">is detestable</a> <a href="/hebrew/8193.htm" title="8193: śə·p̄ā·ṯay (N-fdc:: 1cs) -- Or sepheth; probably from caphah or shaphah through the idea of termination; the lip; by implication, language; by analogy, a margin.">to my lips.</a> </span><span class="reftext">8</span>All the words of my mouth are righteous; none are crooked or perverse.…<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/119-163.htm">Psalm 119:163</a></span><br />I hate and abhor falsehood, but Your law I love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a></span><br />Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.<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="/psalms/45-4.htm">Psalm 45:4</a></span><br />In your splendor ride forth in victory on behalf of truth and humility and justice; may your right hand show your awesome deeds.<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="/john/8-44.htm">John 8:44</a></span><br />You belong to your father, the devil, and you want to carry out his desires. He was a murderer from the beginning, refusing to uphold the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks his native language, because he is a liar and the father of lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/2-21.htm">1 John 2:21</a></span><br />I have not written to you because you lack knowledge of the truth, but because you have it, and because no lie comes from the truth.<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="/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="/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="/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="/psalms/52-3.htm">Psalm 52:3</a></span><br />You love evil more than good, falsehood more than speaking truth. Selah<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="/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.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/4-2.htm">1 Timothy 4:2</a></span><br />influenced by the hypocrisy of liars, whose consciences are seared with a hot iron.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">For my mouth shall speak truth; and wickedness is an abomination to my lips.</p><p class="hdg">my mouth</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/36-4.htm">Job 36:4</a></b></br> For truly my words <i>shall</i> not <i>be</i> false: he that is perfect in knowledge <i>is</i> with thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/1-17.htm">John 1:17</a></b></br> For the law was given by Moses, <i>but</i> grace and truth came by Jesus Christ.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/john/8-14.htm">John 8:14,45,46</a></b></br> Jesus answered and said unto them, Though I bear record of myself, <i>yet</i> my record is true: for I know whence I came, and whither I go; but ye cannot tell whence I come, and whither I go… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Proverbs 12:22</a></b></br> Lying lips <i>are</i> abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly <i>are</i> his delight.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/16-12.htm">Proverbs 16:12</a></b></br> <i>It is</i> an abomination to kings to commit wickedness: for the throne is established by righteousness.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/29-27.htm">Proverbs 29:27</a></b></br> An unjust man <i>is</i> an abomination to the just: and <i>he that is</i> upright in the way <i>is</i> abomination to the wicked.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Abomination</a> <a href="/job/30-10.htm">Detest</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Disgusting</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-3.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-3.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-2.htm">Good</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-6.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/psalms/145-5.htm">Meditate</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-3.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/psalms/119-103.htm">Palate</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-6.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/proverbs/2-12.htm">Speaks</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-6.htm">True.</a> <a href="/proverbs/3-3.htm">Truth</a> <a href="/proverbs/5-14.htm">Utter</a> <a href="/proverbs/4-17.htm">Wickedness</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/11-1.htm">Abomination</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-19.htm">Detest</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-19.htm">Disgusting</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-28.htm">Faith</a> <a href="/proverbs/9-3.htm">Goes</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-14.htm">Good</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-13.htm">Lips</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-2.htm">Meditate</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-8.htm">Mouth</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-13.htm">Palate</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-10.htm">Speak</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Speaks</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-9.htm">True.</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Truth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">Utter</a> <a href="/proverbs/10-2.htm">Wickedness</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 8</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-1.htm">the fame</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-6.htm">and evidence of wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-10.htm">The excellence</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-12.htm">the nature</a></span><br><span class="reftext">15. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-15.htm">the power</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-18.htm">the riches</a></span><br><span class="reftext">22. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-22.htm">and the eternity of wisdom</a></span><br><span class="reftext">32. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/8-32.htm">Wisdom is to be desired for the blessedness it brings</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'; 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Truth is a fundamental attribute of God's character (<a href="/john/14-6.htm">John 14:6</a>), and those who seek wisdom are called to reflect this attribute. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, where oral tradition was vital, speaking truth was essential for maintaining justice and community integrity. The Hebrew word for truth, "emet," conveys reliability and faithfulness, qualities that are expected of those who follow God's wisdom. This phrase also foreshadows the teachings of Jesus, who consistently spoke truth and called His followers to do the same (<a href="/matthew/5-37.htm">Matthew 5:37</a>).<p><b>and wickedness is detestable to my lips</b><br>This part of the verse highlights a strong aversion to wickedness, aligning with the biblical theme of holiness and separation from sin. In the historical context, Israel was surrounded by nations with differing moral standards, and the call to detest wickedness served as a boundary marker for God's people. The term "detestable" indicates a deep moral repulsion, suggesting that those who are wise not only avoid wickedness but find it abhorrent. This aligns with the broader biblical narrative that calls believers to hate evil (<a href="/psalms/97-10.htm">Psalm 97:10</a>) and pursue righteousness. The phrase also points to the purity of Christ, who, though tempted, was without sin and whose teachings consistently condemned wickedness (<a href="/hebrews/4-15.htm">Hebrews 4:15</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom.htm">Wisdom</a></b><br>Personified as a woman in <a href="/bsb/proverbs/8.htm">Proverbs 8</a>, Wisdom speaks directly to the reader, offering guidance and insight. She is portrayed as a divine attribute of God, present from the beginning of creation.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was known for his wisdom, which he received from God. His writings often emphasize the value of wisdom and understanding.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_audience.htm">The Audience</a></b><br>The book of Proverbs is addressed to the people of Israel, particularly the young and inexperienced, to impart moral and practical guidance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_truth.htm">The Value of Truth</a></b><br>Truth is a fundamental attribute of God and should be a defining characteristic of His followers. Embracing truth in our speech reflects God's nature and builds trust in our relationships.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/rejecting_wickedness.htm">Rejecting Wickedness</a></b><br>Just as Wisdom detests wickedness, believers are called to reject sin and evil in all forms. This involves a conscious effort to align our thoughts, words, and actions with God's standards.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_power_of_words.htm">The Power of Words</a></b><br>Our words have the power to build up or tear down. Speaking truth in love can bring healing and encouragement, while deceit and wickedness lead to destruction.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom's_role_in_daily_life.htm">Wisdom's Role in Daily Life</a></b><br>Seeking wisdom daily helps us discern truth from falsehood and guides us in making righteous decisions. Regular study of Scripture and prayer are essential in cultivating wisdom.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 8</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_tomorrow.htm">What does fearing God mean about avoiding extremes?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_did_jesus_mean_by_'few_workers'.htm">What does the Bible say about unwholesome talk?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_does_god_reject_some_sacrifices.htm">Proverbs 15:8: Why does a just and loving God reject certain sacrifices yet accept others if He's truly impartial?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'god_is_not_mocked'_mean.htm">What does 'God is not mocked' mean?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/8.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 7.</span> - Another coordinate reason for attention. <span class="cmt_word">My mouth;</span> <span class="accented">chek</span>, "palate" (<a href="/proverbs/5-3.htm">Proverbs 5:3</a>, where see note); the organ of speech. <span class="cmt_word">Shall speak truth;</span> <span class="accented">emeth</span> (see on Proverbs 3:3). The verb <span class="hebrew">הָגָה</span> (<span class="accented">hagah</span>) properly means "to speak with one's self," "to meditate;" and so the versions translate here, <span class="accented">meditabitur</span>, <span class="greek">μελετήσει</span>; but this idea is not appropriate to the word joined with it, "the palate," and it must be taken to signify to utter, as in <a href="/psalms/35-28.htm">Psalm 35:28</a>; <a href="/psalms/37-30.htm">Psalm 37:30</a>, etc. <span class="cmt_word">Wickedness is an abomination to my lips.</span> <span class="accented">Resha</span>, "wickedness," is the contrary of moral truth and right. Septuagint, "False lips are abominable in my sight." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/8-7.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">For</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">my mouth</span><br /><span class="heb">חִכִּ֑י</span> <span class="translit">(ḥik·kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2441.htm">Strong's 2441: </a> </span><span class="str2">Palate, roof of the mouth, gums</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will speak</span><br /><span class="heb">יֶהְגֶּ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(yeh·geh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1897.htm">Strong's 1897: </a> </span><span class="str2">To moan, growl, utter, speak, muse</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the truth,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱ֭מֶת</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">and wickedness</span><br /><span class="heb">רֶֽשַׁע׃</span> <span class="translit">(re·ša‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7562.htm">Strong's 7562: </a> </span><span class="str2">Wickedness</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is detestable</span><br /><span class="heb">וְתוֹעֲבַ֖ת</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ṯō·w·‘ă·ḇaṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8441.htm">Strong's 8441: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something disgusting, an abhorrence, idolatry, an idol</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to my lips.</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׂפָתַ֣י</span> <span class="translit">(śə·p̄ā·ṯay)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - fdc | first person common 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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/8-7.htm">Proverbs 8:7 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/8-7.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 8:7 For my mouth speaks truth (Prov. 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