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a false witness breathes lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/14.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />A faithful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/14.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/14.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/14.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />A faithful witness does not lie, But a false witness will utter lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/14.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness declares lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/14.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />A trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness utters lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/14.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />A faithful witness will not lie, But a false witness speaks lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/14.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />A faithful witness will not lie, But a false witness breathes out lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/14.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />A faithful <i>and</i> trustworthy witness will not lie, But a false witness speaks lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/14.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness utters lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/14.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness utters lies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/14.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />A faithful witness will not lie; But a false witness uttereth lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/14.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />An honest witness tells the truth; a dishonest witness tells nothing but lies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/14.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness uttereth lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/14.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A trustworthy witness does not lie, but a dishonest witness breathes lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/14.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />A reliable witness always tells the truth, but an unreliable one tells nothing but lies. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/14.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />A trustworthy witness does not deceive, but a false witness spews lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/14.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />An honest witness does not deceive, but a dishonest witness pours forth lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/14.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />A truthful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies. <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 will not lie, but a false witness pours out lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/14.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter 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 will not lie, but a false witness pours out lies. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/14.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />A faithful witness does not lie, "" And a false witness 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 faithful witness lieth not, And a false witness 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 faithfulnesses will not lie: and a witness of falsehood 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 will not lie: but a deceitful witness uttereth a lie. <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 will not lie. But a deceitful witness offers a lie.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/14.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />A trustworthy witness does not lie, but one who spouts lies makes a lying witness. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/14.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />A faithful witness does not lie, but a false witness breathes out lies.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/14.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />A faithful witness will not deceive; but a false witness will utter lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/14.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />A trustworthy witness is not false and he that speaks falsehood is a false witness.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/14.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />A faithful witness will not lie; But a false witness breatheth forth lies.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/14.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />A faithful witness does not lie; but an unjust witness kindles falsehoods.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/14-5.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=2577" 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">4</span>Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but an abundant harvest comes through the strength of the ox. <span class="reftext">5</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/529.htm" title="529: ’ĕ·mū·nîm (N-mp) -- Faithfulness. From 'aman; established, i.e. trusty; also trustworthiness.">An honest</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/3808.htm" title="3808: lō (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">does not</a> <a href="/hebrew/3576.htm" title="3576: yə·ḵaz·zêḇ (V-Piel-Imperf-3ms) -- To lie, be a liar. A primitive root; to lie, literally or figuratively.">deceive,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8267.htm" title="8267: šā·qer (N-ms) -- Deception, disappointment, falsehood. From shaqar; an untruth; by implication, a sham.">but a dishonest</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/6315.htm" title="6315: wə·yā·p̄î·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.">pours forth</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> </span><span class="reftext">6</span>A mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning.…<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="/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="/deuteronomy/19-15.htm">Deuteronomy 19:15-21</a></span><br />A lone witness is not sufficient to establish any wrongdoing or sin against a man, regardless of what offense he may have committed. A matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses. / If a false witness testifies against someone, accusing him of a crime, / both parties to the dispute must stand in the presence of the LORD, before the priests and judges who are in office at that time. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/27-12.htm">Psalm 27:12</a></span><br />Do not hand me over to the will of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, breathing out violence.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/35-11.htm">Psalm 35:11</a></span><br />Hostile witnesses come forward; they make charges I know nothing about.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/101-7.htm">Psalm 101:7</a></span><br />No one who practices deceit shall dwell in my house; no one who tells lies shall stand in my presence.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Proverbs 6:16-19</a></span><br />There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Proverbs 12:17</a></span><br />He who speaks the truth declares what is right, but a false witness speaks deceit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-5.htm">Proverbs 19:5</a></span><br />A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who utters lies will not escape.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-9.htm">Proverbs 19:9</a></span><br />A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who pours out lies will perish.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/21-28.htm">Proverbs 21:28</a></span><br />A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/59-4.htm">Isaiah 59:4</a></span><br />No one calls for justice; no one pleads his case honestly. They rely on empty pleas; they tell lies; they conceive mischief and give birth to iniquity.<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="/zechariah/8-16.htm">Zechariah 8:16-17</a></span><br />These are the things you must do: Speak truth to one another, render true and sound judgments in your gates, / do not plot evil in your hearts against your neighbor, and do not love to swear falsely, for I hate all these things,” declares the LORD.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-11.htm">Matthew 5:11</a></span><br />Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-59.htm">Matthew 26:59-60</a></span><br />Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking false testimony against Jesus in order to put Him to death. / But they did not find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally two came forward</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/4-25.htm">Proverbs 4:25</a></b></br> Let thine eyes look right on, and let thine eyelids look straight before thee.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-19.htm">Proverbs 6:19</a></b></br> A false witness <i>that</i> speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Proverbs 12:17</a></b></br> <i>He that</i> speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/6-19.htm">Breathes</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Breatheth</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Breathing</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-20.htm">Deceit</a> <a href="/psalms/89-22.htm">Deceive</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-17.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-9.htm">Lie</a> <a href="/proverbs/6-19.htm">Pours</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">True.</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-17.htm">Trustworthy</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-22.htm">Truthful</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-7.htm">Utter</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Uttereth</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Utters</a> <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Witness</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/songs/2-17.htm">Breathes</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">Breatheth</a> <a href="/isaiah/42-14.htm">Breathing</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-8.htm">Deceit</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-28.htm">Deceive</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-6.htm">Faithful</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-11.htm">Lie</a> <a href="/proverbs/15-28.htm">Pours</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">True.</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-6.htm">Trustworthy</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">Truthful</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-20.htm">Utter</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">Uttereth</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.htm">Utters</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-25.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>An honest witness does not deceive</b><br>An honest witness is one who speaks truthfully and reliably, reflecting the biblical principle of integrity. In ancient Israel, the role of a witness was crucial in legal proceedings, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/19-15.htm">Deuteronomy 19:15</a>, which emphasizes the need for multiple witnesses to establish a matter. The Ninth Commandment, "You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor" (<a href="/exodus/20-16.htm">Exodus 20:16</a>), underscores the importance of truthfulness. This phrase aligns with the character of God, who is described as a God of truth (<a href="/psalms/31-5.htm">Psalm 31:5</a>). Jesus Christ, referred to as the "faithful and true witness" in <a href="/revelation/3-14.htm">Revelation 3:14</a>, embodies this principle, serving as the ultimate example of honesty and integrity.<p><b>but a dishonest witness pours forth lies</b><br>A dishonest witness, in contrast, is one who deliberately distorts the truth, leading to injustice and harm. The imagery of "pouring forth" suggests an abundance or overflow of falsehoods, indicating a habitual pattern of deceit. This behavior is condemned throughout Scripture, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/6-16.htm">Proverbs 6:16-19</a>, where lying is listed among the things the Lord detests. The cultural context of the ancient Near East placed a high value on community and reputation, making the act of bearing false witness particularly damaging. The consequences of such deceit are severe, as illustrated in the story of Naboth's vineyard (1 Kings 21), where false testimony led to Naboth's unjust execution. This phrase serves as a warning against the destructive power of lies and the importance of upholding truth in all circumstances.<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. His proverbs often provide practical guidance for living a life that honors God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/i/israel.htm">Israel</a></b><br>The nation to whom the Proverbs were originally addressed. The cultural and legal context of Israel placed a high value on truthful testimony, especially in legal matters.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/w/witness.htm">Witness</a></b><br>In the context of ancient Israel, a witness was someone who testified in legal or communal matters. The integrity of a witness was crucial for justice and societal harmony.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_truthfulness.htm">The Value of Truthfulness</a></b><br>Truthfulness is foundational to justice and trust within a community. As believers, we are called to reflect God's truth in our words and actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_dishonesty.htm">The Consequences of Dishonesty</a></b><br>Dishonesty not only harms others but also damages our relationship with God. A dishonest witness disrupts justice and can lead to widespread harm.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/integrity_in_all_circumstances.htm">Integrity in All Circumstances</a></b><br>Whether in legal matters, personal relationships, or everyday interactions, maintaining integrity is crucial. Our witness as Christians is strengthened by our commitment to truth.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_god's_character.htm">Reflecting God's Character</a></b><br>God is a God of truth, and as His image-bearers, we are called to reflect His character. Our honesty is a testimony to His nature and work in our lives.<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/customer_feedback_on_their_experience.htm">What do customers say about their experience with us?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_is_a_righteous_man's_prayer_effective.htm">What defines Machiavellianism?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_his_word_prioritized_over_his_name.htm">What constitutes marriage fraud?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_machiavellianism.htm">What defines Machiavellianism?</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 5.</span> - A repetition of <a href="/proverbs/12-17.htm">Proverbs 12:17</a> (see also <a href="/proverbs/6-19.htm">Proverbs 6:19</a>). <span class="cmt_word">A faithful witness</span> cannot be induced to swerve from the truth by threat or bribe. <span class="cmt_word">Will utter;</span> Hebrew, <span class="accented">breatheth forth.</span> A false witness with no compulsion, as it were naturally, puts forth lies (comp. ver. 25; <a href="/proverbs/19-5.htm">Proverbs 19:5</a>). Septuagint, " An unrighteous witness kindleth (<span class="greek">ἐκκαίει</span>) falsehood." <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/14-5.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">An honest</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱ֭מוּנִים</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·mū·nîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_529.htm">Strong's 529: </a> </span><span class="str2">Established, trusty, 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">does not</span><br /><span class="heb">לֹ֣א</span> <span class="translit">(lō)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb - Negative particle<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not, no</span><br /><br /><span class="word">deceive,</span><br /><span class="heb">יְכַזֵּ֑ב</span> <span class="translit">(yə·ḵaz·zêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3576.htm">Strong's 3576: </a> </span><span class="str2">To lie, be a liar</span><br /><br /><span class="word">but a dishonest</span><br /><span class="heb">שָֽׁקֶר׃</span> <span class="translit">(šā·qer)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8267.htm">Strong's 8267: </a> </span><span class="str2">Deception, disappointment, falsehood</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">pours forth</span><br /><span class="heb">וְיָפִ֥יחַ</span> <span class="translit">(wə·yā·p̄î·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">כְּ֝זָבִ֗ים</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 /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/14-5.htm">Proverbs 14:5 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/14-5.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 14:5 A truthful witness will not lie (Prov. 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