Proverbs 19:9
A false witness shall not be unpunished; and whoever shall kindle mischief shall perish by it.
LXX2012 (US English)
In The King James Version
A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall perish.
In Context
8He that procures wisdom loves himself; and he that keeps wisdom shall find good.
10Delight does not suit a fool, nor is it seemly if a servant should begin to rule with haughtiness.
Cross References
Proverbs 19:5A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that accuses unjustly shall not escape.
Jeremiah 23:25I have heard what the prophets say, what they prophesy in my name, saying falsely, I have seen a night vision.
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 19:9
Domestic Grievances. 8 He that getteth wisdom loveth his own soul: he that keepeth understanding shall find good. Those are here encouraged, 1. That take pains to get wisdom, to get knowledge, and grace, and acquaintance with God; those that do so show that they love their own souls, and will be found to have done themselves the greatest kindness imaginable. No man ever hated his own flesh, but loves that, yet many are wanting in love to their own souls, for only those love their souls, and consequently love… Read the whole commentary →