Proverbs 19:8-9
Proverbs 19:8-9 The Message (MSG)
Grow a wise heart—you’ll do yourself a favor; keep a clear head—you’ll find a good life. The person who tells lies gets caught; the person who spreads rumors is ruined.
Proverbs 19:8-9 King James Version (KJV)
He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: He that keepeth understanding shall find good. A false witness shall not be unpunished, And he that speaketh lies shall perish.
Proverbs 19:8-9 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; He who keeps understanding will find good. A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who tells lies will perish.
Proverbs 19:8-9 New Century Version (NCV)
Those who get wisdom do themselves a favor, and those who love learning will succeed. A witness who lies will not go free, liars will die.
Proverbs 19:8-9 American Standard Version (ASV)
He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: He that keepeth understanding shall find good. A false witness shall not be unpunished; And he that uttereth lies shall perish.
Proverbs 19:8-9 New International Version (Anglicised) (NIVUK)
The one who gets wisdom loves life; the one who cherishes understanding will soon prosper. A false witness will not go unpunished, and whoever pours out lies will perish.
Proverbs 19:8-9 New King James Version (NKJV)
He who gets wisdom loves his own soul; He who keeps understanding will find good. A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who speaks lies shall perish.
Proverbs 19:8-9 Amplified Bible (AMP)
He who gains wisdom and good sense loves (preserves) his own soul; He who keeps understanding will find good and prosper. A false witness will not go unpunished, And he who breathes lies will perish.
Proverbs 19:8-9 New Living Translation (NLT)
To acquire wisdom is to love yourself; people who cherish understanding will prosper. A false witness will not go unpunished, and a liar will be destroyed.