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Who winks with his eyes, who signals with his feet, Who motions with his fingers;
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The Body Language of Deceit
Commentators explain that this verse paints a vivid picture of a malicious person who uses non-verbal cues—winking, foot movements, and finger gestures—as a secret language. These subtle signs are used to mock others, share deceitful plans, or add slanderous meaning to their words, all while trying to maintain an appearance of innocence.
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19th Century
Anglican
He winks with his eyes ...—A picture, taken from the life, of a malicious tattler and scandalmonger, who fills out his lying tale with win…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He winketh with his eyes Not through natural infirmity, but purposely and with design; with one of his eyes, as Aben…
Presbyterian
If the slothful are to be condemned, who do nothing, how much more those who do all the evil they can. Observe how such a man is described. He says…
