Proverbs 26:19

NET Bible® (New English Translation)

so is a person who has deceived his neighbor, and said,“Was I not only joking?”

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Referenced Verses

  • Eph 5:4 : 4 Neither should there be vulgar speech, foolish talk, or coarse jesting– all of which are out of character– but rather thanksgiving.
  • Prov 10:23 : 23 Carrying out a wicked scheme is enjoyable to a fool, and so is wisdom for the one who has discernment.
  • Prov 14:9 : 9 Fools mock at reparation, but among the upright there is favor.
  • Prov 15:21 : 21 Folly is a joy to one who lacks sense, but one who has understanding follows an upright course.
  • 2 Pet 2:13 : 13 suffering harm as the wages for their harmful ways. By considering it a pleasure to carouse in broad daylight, they are stains and blemishes, indulging in their deceitful pleasures when they feast together with you.

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