He that speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.

Commentaries

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

AlbertBarnes

18th Century
Presbyterian
18th Century

The thought which lies below the surface is that of the inseparable union between truth and justice. The end does not justify the means, and only h…

John Gill

John Gill

JohnGill

17th Century
Reformed Baptist
17th Century

[He that] speaks truth shows forth righteousness He that "blows" or "breathes out truth" F4 , as the word sign…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

MatthewHenry

17th Century
Presbyterian
17th Century

It is good for all to dread and detest the sin of lying, and to be governed by honesty.

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