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Read Full Chapter (Proverbs 12) Proverbs 12:20 KJV
"Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy."
Proverbs Chapter 12, Verse 20
Proverbs 12:20 in Context (Verses 17–23 KJV)
17
He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
18
There is that speaketh like the piercings of a sword: but the tongue of the wise is health.
19
The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment.
20
Deceit is in the heart of them that imagine evil: but to the counsellors of peace is joy.
21
There shall no evil happen to the just: but the wicked shall be filled with mischief.
22
Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.
23
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.