Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Burning lips and a wicked heart are like a potsherd covered with silver dross.
That is, ardent professions of friendship from a wicked heart, however smooth, shining, and splendid they may appear, are like a vile vessel covered over with base metal
Bible References
That is, ardent professions of friendship from a wicked heart, however smooth, shining, and splendid they may appear, are like a vile vessel covered over with base metal
Proverbs 10:18 The one who conceals hatred has lying lips,
and whoever spreads slander is a fool.
and whoever spreads slander is a fool.
2 Samuel 20:9
Joab asked Amasa, “Are you well, my brother?” Then with his right hand Joab grabbed Amasa by the beard to kiss him.
Ezekiel 33:31
So My people come to you in crowds, sit in front of you, and hear your words, but they don’t obey them. Although they express love with their mouths, their hearts pursue dishonest profit.
Luke 22:47
While He was still speaking, suddenly a mob was there, and one of the Twelve named Judas was leading them. He came near Jesus to kiss Him,