Proverbs 12:22-24

Holman Christian Standard Bible

²²Lying lips are detestable to the Lord,^(A)
but faithful people are His delight.^(B)

²³A shrewd person conceals knowledge,
but a foolish heart publicizes stupidity.^(C)

²⁴The diligent hand will rule,
but laziness will lead to forced labor.^(D)

Proverbs 12:22-24

New International Version

²²The Lord detests lying lips,^(A)
but he delights^(B) in people who are trustworthy.^(C)

²³The prudent keep their knowledge to themselves,^(D)
but a fool’s heart blurts out folly.^(E)

²⁴Diligent hands will rule,
but laziness ends in forced labor.^(F)

Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

New International Version (NIV)