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Proverbs 21:6

World English Bible

6 Getting treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor for those who seek death.

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American Standard Version

The getting of treasures by a lying tongue Is a vapor driven to and fro by them that seek death.

Christian Standard Bible

Making a fortune through a lying tongue is a vanishing mist, a pursuit of death.

English Standard Version

The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a snare of death.

King James Version

The getting of treasures by a lying tongue is a vanity tossed to and fro of them that seek death.

New American Standard Bible

The acquisition of treasures by a lying tongue Is a fleeting vapor, the pursuit of death.

New International Version

A fortune made by a lying tongue is a fleeting vapor and a deadly snare.

New King James Version

Getting treasures by a lying tongue Is the fleeting fantasy of those who seek death.

New Living Translation

Wealth created by a lying tongue is a vanishing mist and a deadly trap.