💡WEB · Proverbs 21:28
What does Proverbs 21:28 mean?
"A false witness will perish, and a man who listens speaks to eternity."
— Proverbs 21:28 (World English Bible)
Surrounding context
The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor.
There are those who covet greedily all day long; but the righteous give and don’t withhold.
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination; how much more, when he brings it with a wicked mind!
A false witness will perish, and a man who listens speaks to eternity.
A wicked man hardens his face; but as for the upright, he establishes his ways.
There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against Yahweh.
The horse is prepared for the day of battle; but victory is with Yahweh.
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