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The Boomerang Effect of Sinful Words
All commentators agree that a wicked person's own words become a trap for them. Scholars explain that sinful speech, such as lies, slander, or false testimony, inevitably backfires, leading to earthly consequences like legal trouble and ultimately revealing an evil heart that faces divine judgment.
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Charles Ellicott
On Proverbs 12:13
19th Century
Bishop
The wicked is cursed by the transgression of his lips— For his words, the product of his evil heart, while designed to injure othe…
John Gill
On Proverbs 12:13
17th Century
Pastor
The wicked is snared by the transgression of [his] lips
A wicked man often brings himself into trouble by giving his…
Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 12:13
17th Century
Minister
Many a man has paid dearly in this world for the transgression of his lips.