6 Bible Verses about False Witnesses, Defined As
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He who speaks truth [when he testifies] tells what is right,
But a false witness utters deceit [in court].
Like a club and a sword and a piercing arrow
Is a man who testifies falsely against his neighbor (acquaintance).
A false witness who breathes out lies [even half-truths],
And one who spreads discord (rumors) among brothers.
A false witness will perish,
But a man who listens to the truth will speak forever and go unchallenged.
And let none of you devise or even imagine evil in your heart against another, and do not love lying or half-truths; for all these things I hate,’ declares the Lord.”
“You shall not testify falsely [that is, lie, withhold, or manipulate the truth] against your neighbor (any person).
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