A lying tongue hates those it hurts;
and a flattering mouth works ruin.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
Proverbs 26:28 in context
Proverbs 26:25–28
25
When his speech is charming, don’t believe him,
for there are seven abominations in his heart.
26
His malice may be concealed by deception,
but his wickedness will be exposed in the assembly.
27
Whoever digs a pit shall fall into it.
Whoever rolls a stone, it will come back on him.
28
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A lying tongue hates those it hurts;
and a flattering mouth works ruin.
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