Proverbs 19:9
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Proverbs 19:9 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Proverbs 19:9 is a verse from the book of Proverbs in the Old Testament. The KJV reads: "A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall perish." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Proverbs 19:9 — KJV
“A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall perish.”
— Proverbs 19:9 (KJV)
Proverbs 19:9 in Context — About the Book of Proverbs
Proverbs is distilled wisdom for ordinary decisions — money, words, work, friendship, marriage, anger, and the tongue. Its premise is simple: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Thirty-one chapters make it the classic one-chapter-a-day book for praying through daily choices.
Cross-References for Proverbs 19:9
“A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall not escape. unpunished: Heb. held innocent”
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“A false witness shall perish: but the man that heareth speaketh constantly. A...: Heb. A witness of lies”
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“A false witness that speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.”
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“He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.”
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“A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.”
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