Proverbs 12:22-24

New Living Translation

²²The Lord detests lying lips,
but he delights in those who tell the truth.

²³The wise don’t make a show of their knowledge,
but fools broadcast their foolishness.

²⁴Work hard and become a leader;
be lazy and become a slave.

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)

New Living Translation (NLT)

New International Version (NIV)