Proverbs 12:18-20

New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition

¹⁸Rash words are like sword thrusts,
    but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
¹⁹Truthful lips endure forever,
    but a lying tongue lasts only a moment.
²⁰Deceit is in the mind of those who plan evil,
    but those who counsel peace have joy.

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